Medical Assistant II, Rheumatology

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health in San Francisco is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide back office and patient care support within the patient care team. You will assist with clinical tasks, prepare patients for exams, take vital signs, and support the flow of work under supervision.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, medical assistant training or equivalent on-the-job training, BLS certification, and about 1 year of experience. Monday–Friday, 40 hours, 8-hour shift, start between 8:30 and 9:30.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; MA training or equivalent preferred.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain is required.
• 1 year of relevant clinical/clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and team.
• Take vital signs and prepare patients for exams.
• Administer injections as trained and manage standard procedures.
• Support EHR data entry and daily workflow to ensure efficient care.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

EHR experience

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR system

Job description

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

Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South

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

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.

The start time is expected to be between 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM.

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 $33.66 to $47.12 / 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.