Medical Assistant, Pediatric Float, South Bay

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

Job summary

Sutter Health in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant, Pediatric Float for full-time, on-site work. The role provides back-office and patient-care support, including vital signs, injections, and exam preparation, under clinician supervision. Strong EHR and communication skills are essential.

Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant program diploma or completed externship, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Eligible employees may participate in the comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
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Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care team.
• Take vital signs and prepare patients for exams.
• Administer injections and assist with medical procedures as directed.
• Maintain and update patient records in the EHR.
• Coordinate with care team to ensure smooth workflow and patient care.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about care plans.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient prep

Injections

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

MA program diploma or externship

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Medical Assistant, Pediatric Float, South Bay

Open 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

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

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

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.

Education

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Other: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (Must present diploma within 90 days)

OR Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)

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

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 $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.