Medical Assistant Rheumatology

Sutter Health•Palo Alto, CA

5d•$34 - $47

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 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. The listed accountabilities, requirements, and qualifications are not exhaustive. Management may revise the job description or assign other tasks as circumstances change. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position on the day shift, with an eight-hour shift, Monday through Friday, and 40 hours per week. Weekend work is required as needed. The position offers benefits. The pay range is $33.66 to $47.12 per hour; the range may vary by primary work location. Starting pay considers factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.

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 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 examination, and administering injections.
Ability to interpret data and instructions provided 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 the ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized procedures and scientific methods, achieve objectives, and meet 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 achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including completing 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 the patient care team.
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.