Medical Assistant II — Patient Care & Back-Office

Capyear; Lakeport (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Lakeport, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support within the patient care team. You’ll perform vital signs, specimen collection, injections, and assist with procedures, while maintaining PHI confidentiality and accurate EHR documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, education, and compliance with state and federal regulations, with daily patient care activities and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; CA Medical Assistant course/completion preferred.
• Completion of state-specific Medical Assistant training or Sutter Health on-the-job program.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage rooming and patient flow; escort to examination rooms.
• Provide clinical support and collect patient data for care plans.
• Take vital signs and prepare specimens per clinician orders.
• Prepare room and equipment for procedures; assist physicians.
• Administer treatments and injections; collect samples as directed.
• Maintain equipment and QC records; ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Document accurately in electronic health records; protect PHI.
• Collaborate with care team to ensure timely patient care.

Skills

Vital signs

Injections

PHI protection

EHR navigation

Time management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training per CA standards

Sutter Health on-the-job training (CA equivalency)

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sutter Health in Lakeport, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support within the patient care team. You’ll perform vital signs, specimen collection, injections, and assist with procedures, while maintaining PHI confidentiality and accurate EHR documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, education, and compliance with state and federal regulations, with daily patient care activities and a 40-hour work week.