Medical Assistant- Pediatrics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams in delivering high-quality patient care. The role requires MA program diploma, 160-hour externship, and BLS certification.

The candidate will perform vital signs, injections, EHR data entry, and patient education while coordinating with clinicians to implement the medical plan of care. 40-hour weeks, days shift, on-site in Castro Valley, CA.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; MA program diploma within 90 days.
• Graduation from Medical Assistant program; externship 160 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide back-office and patient-related support to providers and care teams.
• Assist in implementing the medical plan of care and patient education.
• Prepare patients for exams, take vital signs, and administer injections.
• Interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals professionally.

Skills

Vital signs

Exam prep

Injections

EHR

Medical terminology

Time management

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

MA program diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Organization:

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

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:

EDUCATION:

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

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

Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours), verified on the MA school website

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

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

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

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.