Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Back-Office Support

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

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support in a fast-paced Palo Alto area setting. You will assist providers, take vitals, prepare patients for exams, and support the care team in implementing the medical plan of care.

The role requires MA program diploma, 1 year of experience, and BLS certification. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or GED; MA program diploma with diploma presentation within 90 days.
• Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours).
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patients.
• Take vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and administer injections.
• Help ensure smooth patient flow and support the medical plan of care.
• Maintain and use EHR and Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient interaction

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program diploma

MA externship 160 hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR

Job description

Sutter Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support in a fast-paced Palo Alto area setting. You will assist providers, take vitals, prepare patients for exams, and support the care team in implementing the medical plan of care.

The role requires MA program diploma, 1 year of experience, and BLS certification. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for patient-centered care.