Medical Assistant II, Walk-in-Clinic

Sutter Health•Roseville, CA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant II 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. The role helps maintain smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the care team in implementing the medical plan of care. The Medical Assistant uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. All duties are performed under the direction of a clinician. This is a limited-term, fixed-term position lasting 28 weeks, with a 40-hour workweek. The schedule is 10-hour day shifts on variable days, with occasional weekend work. Travel may be required between Auburn, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville, and Sacramento locations as needed. The listed pay range is $29.28 to $40.99 per hour. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Complete a course of study consistent with California Medical Board requirements for Medical Assistants, with the diploma presented within 90 days; or complete Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year; or complete an equivalent Sutter Health training program approved for SBMF and SCH.
BLS-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 validated in basic Medical Assisting skills, such as 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 the ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized procedures and scientific methods, and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and electronic health records.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
Travel as needed between Auburn, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville, and Sacramento locations.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification from a California Medical Board-recognized agency; required to be eligible for an incentive scheduled to be implemented in 2025.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams.
Perform back-office and patient-related tasks in support of high-quality patient care.
Help maintain smooth patient and workflow within the department.
Assist the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care.
Use patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Perform duties under the direction of a clinician.