Medical Assistant II, OB/GYN

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

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central team to provide clinical and clerical support. You will assist providers and the patient care team, perform back office tasks, and help implement the medical plan of care with professionalism and empathy.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering injections, and maintaining accurate EHR notes, while adhering to safety standards and department workflows.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program approved for CA Medical Board with diploma due within 90 days.
• OR on-the-job training equivalent to one year in Sutter Health.
• Equivalent Sutter Health Training program approved for SBMF and SCH.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams.
• Help implement the medical plan of care and maintain smooth patient flow in the department.
• Perform back-office tasks and patient-related duties under clinician direction.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient prep

Injections

Medical terminology

Time management

Office software

EHR fluency

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Medical Assistant program or CA Board equivalent

Sutter Health on-the-job training/SBMF/SCH program

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Job Description

EDUCATION:

• 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

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

Pay Range is $29.28 to $40.99 / hour

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.