Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Tech

Sutter Health • Folsom, CA

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About The Position

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams through back-office, patient-related, and phlebotomy tasks that support high-quality care. Helps maintain smooth patient and workflow processes and assists the team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs phlebotomy and specimen-handling procedures within the scope of practice, preserving specimen integrity. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients, their support groups, and other healthcare providers. The role is a limited-term, fixed-term position with a day schedule, variable 12-hour shifts, and 36 weekly hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program; must present diploma within 90 days.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider.
• One year of recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the scope of practice for Medical Assistants in California.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols and normal values for vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature.
• Knowledge of medical positioning for patients.
• Knowledge of effective teamwork dynamics between front- and back-office staff.
• Sufficient knowledge of medical terminology and English to understand and communicate the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen-handling procedures within the scope of practice while preserving specimen integrity.
• Use patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from patients, their family or support group, and healthcare providers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED