Medical Assistant, Pediatrics, SHORT HOUR

Sutter Health•Mountain View, CA

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 ensure 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 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. This is a short-hour, non-benefitted position with varied shifts. The employee must be available to work up to 40 hours during the first two weeks to complete required new-hire training. The position is 10 hours per week, with four days scheduled on variable days and weekend work required every weekend.

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.
Competence and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including 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 procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks amid interruptions, resolve standard problems using established options, and build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers.
Availability for up to 40 hours during the first two weeks for required new-hire training.

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, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician.