Medical Assistant, Pediatric Urgent Care, Fremont, SHORT HOUR

Sutter Health; Fremont (CA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support within a dynamic team. The role involves assisting with patient care, managing workflows, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant training, along with strong communication and time management skills. This position requires flexibility with shifts and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent relevant experience required.
• Competent in taking vital signs and administering injections.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical and clerical support to the patient care team.
• Ensures smooth patient workflow and assists in implementing medical plans.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Basic Medical Assisting

Education

High School Diploma

Completion of Medical Assistant Course

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

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

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD

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:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

**SHORT-HOUR/ NON-BENEFITTED/VARIED SHIFTS

MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 40HRS DURING INITIAL FIRST TWO WEEKS TO COMPLETE REQUIRED NEW HIRE TRAINING**

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 Other: Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved for SBMF and SCH)

OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

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.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Short Hour

Shift Hours:

8/10 Blended

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

18

Employee Status:

Short Hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $32.04 to $40.04 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.