Medical Assistant II, Shared Staff

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

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support providers and the patient care team in a busy California facility. The role emphasizes clinical back-office tasks, patient prep, and accurate documentation in the EHR.

Required are a HS diploma or GED, and completion of a CA Medical Board‑approved Medical Assistant program or on-the-job training with Sutter Health. One year of experience is preferred, with tasks performed under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of CA Medical Board‑approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• One year of recent relevant experience.
• Diploma must be presented within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and care team.
• Perform back office tasks to support patient care.
• Assist in implementing the medical plan of care.
• Work under clinician direction within the patient care team.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Injections

EHR proficiency

Office software

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant program (CA)

On-the-job training (Sutter)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

EHR systems

Job description

Open Full-time 33.66–47.12 USD per hour as stated in the posting

Open — Sutter Health has a posting for this job. Posted 19 Oct 2026.

This posting

Posted 19 Oct 2026 · Full-time · 33.66–47.12 USD per hour as stated in the posting

About this job

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:

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

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.

Each posting applies separately and lists its own pay.