Medical Assistant II, MIST, Limited-Term

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

4d•$34 - $47

About The Position

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams through back-office and patient-related tasks that support high-quality patient care. Helps maintain smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient 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 other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician. This is a limited-term, fixed-term position with a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, working 8-hour shifts for 40 hours per week. Weekend work is occasionally required. The position is non-exempt and has a pay range of $33.66 to $47.12 per hour. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants specified by the Medical Board of California; diploma must be presented within 90 days, or completion of Sutter Health on-the-job medical assisting training equivalent to one year.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) 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 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 working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
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.

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.