Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Back-Office Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to providers and the patient care team. You will perform back-office tasks and help implement the medical plan to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires a HS diploma/GED, MA program diploma or 160-hour externship, BLS certification, and 1 year of relevant experience. Proficiency with EHR and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant program diploma or MA externship accepted.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to the patient care team.
• Assist in implementing the medical plan of care and ensure smooth workflow.
• Take vital signs, prep patients for exams, and administer injections.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and team; manage documentation.

Skills

Vital signs

Exam prep

Injections

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Medical Assistant diploma

MA externship 160 hours

BLS Certification

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to providers and the patient care team. You will perform back-office tasks and help implement the medical plan to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires a HS diploma/GED, MA program diploma or 160-hour externship, BLS certification, and 1 year of relevant experience. Proficiency with EHR and MS Office is expected.