Medical Assistant II, OB/GYN

Capyear; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Full benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Sutter Health in California seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support within the patient care team, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality care. The role integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction to gain cooperation from patients and families.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering injections, and using EHR systems. Includes a $5,000 retention bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED with Medical Assistant training
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and medical terminology
• Experience taking vitals and preparing patients for exams
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers
• Assist in implementing the medical plan of care
• Obtain vital signs and assist with injections
• Prepare patients for exams and coordinate workflow

Skills

Clinical support

Clerical tasks

Vital signs

Patient prep

Injections

EHR literacy

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Organization

SC - Sansum Clinic

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.

Job Description

$5,000 Retention Bonus Available! Receive $2,500 after 12 months and an additional $2,500 after 24 months of continuous employment.

Must be actively employed at the time of each payout.

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 in medical assisting equivalent to one year

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

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

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

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

Pay Range is $27.40 to $38.35 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.