Physiatry Medical Assistant - Back Office (32 hrs/wk)

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

Job summary

Sutter Health in Fremont, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams. You will perform back-office tasks, assist with patient flow, and help implement the medical plan of care under clinician direction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, MA program diploma with 160-hour externship, BLS certification, and about 1 year of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and proficient EHR use are essential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with diploma presented within 90 days.
• Completion of MA externship (160 hours).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification is required.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide back-office and patient-related support to the care team.
• Assist in patient care delivery and workflow within the department.
• Prepare patients for exams and document vital signs and injections.
• Maintain proficiency in EHR and MS Office for daily tasks.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Injections

Exam preparation

Medical terminology

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program diploma

MA externship (160 hours)

BLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Sutter Health in Fremont, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams. You will perform back-office tasks, assist with patient flow, and help implement the medical plan of care under clinician direction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, MA program diploma with 160-hour externship, BLS certification, and about 1 year of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and proficient EHR use are essential.