Medical Assistant II, Oncology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Sansum Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide back office support and coordinate patient care under clinician supervision. You will assist with exams, prepare patients, take vital signs, and help with injections while ensuring accurate charting and smooth workflow.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, MA training or equivalent experience, and BLS certification. The role demands strong communication, organization, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Course of study for Medical Assistants or Sutter Health training or equivalent.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide back office support to the patient care team.
• Assist with patient prep, vital signs, injections.
• Maintain accurate patient records and scheduling information.
• Support clinicians in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Anatomy & Physiology

Patient communication

Time management

Team collaboration

EHR data entry

Excel

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Medical Assistant training or on-the-job training

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

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

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:

36

Employee Status:

Regular

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.