Medical Assistant II, Diabetes Women's Outpatient Services

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams by performing back-office and patient-related tasks that support high-quality patient care. Helps maintain smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician. This is a limited-term position for 26 weeks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program; diploma must be presented within 90 days.
• Completion of a 160-hour Medical Assistant externship.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• One year of recent relevant experience.
• General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Competence and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections.
• Ability to interpret data and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks amid interruptions, resolve standard problems using established options, and build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team.
• Perform back-office and patient-related tasks supporting patient care.
• Help ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department.
• Assist the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care.
• Perform duties under the direction of a clinician.
• Perform basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections.

Benefits

• Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED