Medical Assistant II, Dermatology

Sutter Health•Elk Grove, CA

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 patients’ and families’ confidence and cooperation, as well as collaborate with other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician. The role is in Dermatology at Sutter Medical Foundation – Central. The schedule is full time, 40 hours per week, with varied shifts and weekend work as needed. 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, verified on the MA school website.
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 and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, 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 prioritization and the ability to work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing 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 that support 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.
Build confidence and cooperation with patients, families or support groups, and other healthcare providers through education, technical competence, and patient interaction.
Perform duties under the direction of a clinician.
Handle hazardous drugs, when required, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.