Medical Assistant II, OB/GYN

Sutter Health•Elk Grove, CA

1d•$29 - $41

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 care. Helps maintain smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the care team in implementing the medical plan. 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 duties under the direction of a clinician, including scribing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a course of study consistent with California Medical Board requirements for Medical Assistants; diploma must be presented within 90 days, or completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year, or an equivalent Sutter Health training program approved for SBMF and SCH.
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.
Competence and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and administering injections.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based data and instructions.
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 working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet deadlines.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 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 to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Interact with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers to gain their confidence and cooperation.
Perform duties under the direction of a clinician, including scribing.
Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections.