Medical Assistant II, OB/GYN

Sutter Health; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Elk Grove, CA seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to providers and the patient care team. You will perform back-office tasks, assist with the medical plan of care, and help ensure smooth patient flow.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, CA Medical Board-approved MA training or Sutter Health on-the-job training, and MA certification to be eligible for incentive in 2025. The role is full-time, days, 8-hour shifts, Mon-Fri, 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Completion of CA Medical Board-approved MA program and diploma within 90 days.
• OR Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year.
• MA certification required for incentive eligibility (2025).

Responsibilities

• Provide back-office and patient-related tasks to support care delivery.
• Assist clinicians in implementing the medical plan of care.
• Support patient flow and education with professional communication.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

EHR familiarity

Time management

Patient communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

MA training or CA Medical Board-approved program

Sutter Health on-the-job training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician to include scribing.

Education

Job Description:

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. (Must present diploma within 90 days)
• OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year
• OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved for SBMF and SCH)

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• MA Certification by a California Medical Board recognized agency is required to be eligible for incentive (to be implemented in 2025)

Typical Experience

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and administering injections.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and electronic health record (EHR).

Ability to

• prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Pay Range is $29.28 to $40.99 / hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.