Medical Assistant ll, Cardiology

Sutter Health • Davis, CA

3d • $29 - $41

About The Position

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team 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 gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician. The role is in Cardiology at Sutter Medical Foundation - West. The position is listed as per diem/casual, with day shifts, eight-hour shifts, and Monday–Friday scheduling; weekend work is occasional. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

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 (BLS) 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.
• Competency 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 prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods.
• General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing 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 to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams.
• Perform back-office and patient-related tasks supporting high-quality patient care.
• Help ensure 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.
• Handle hazardous drugs as required, in accordance with applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED