Medical Assistant II, Walk-in-Clinic

Sutter Health; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health in West Sacramento is seeking a Limited Term Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to the patient care team. The role involves taking vitals, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections under clinician supervision.

Travel between Davis, Elk Grove, West Sacramento, and Vacaville may be required. This Full Time, 40 hours per week position offers a competitive hourly rate of $29.28–$40.99.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of MA training per California Medical Board or SBMF/SCH equivalence.
• MA certification required to be eligible for incentive (2025).
• 1 year of recent relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams.
• Assist with patient flow, vitals, exam prep, and injections.
• Follow clinician directions to implement the medical plan of care.

Skills

Medical assisting

Vital signs

EHR

Communication

Time management

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant training

On-the-job training

SBMF/SCH program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Open Full-time 29.28–40.99 USD per hour as stated in the posting

About this job

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

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation - West

Position Overview:

* This is a Limited Term position - 26 weeks *

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 equivalent to one year
• OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved for SBMF and SCH)

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• MA Certification by a California Medical Board recognized agency is required to be eligible for incentive (to be implemented in 2025)

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.

TRAVEL:

Travel is required as needed between Davis, Elk Grove, West Sacramento, and Vacaville locations.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Saturday, Sunday

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

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 $29.28 to $40.99 / 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.