Sutter Health

Not-for-profit integrated healthcare network managing hospitals

Medical Assistant 2 - Neurology

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSan Francisco, CA, USA$33.66 - $47.12 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
Completion of a course of study consistent with California Medical Board requirements for Medical Assistants is required, with the diploma presented within 90 days, or completion of Sutter Health on-the-job medical-assisting training equivalent to one year.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification is required.
One year of recent relevant experience is required.
General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment is required.
A basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology is required.
Competency and validation in basic medical-assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections, are required.
The ability to interpret data and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form is required.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people, are required.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines, are required.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records, is required.
The ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines is required.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions, is required.
The ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options is required.
The ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives is required.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient-care team members by performing back-office and patient-related tasks that support high-quality patient care.
Help ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assist the patient-care team in implementing the medical plan of care.
Perform duties under the direction of a clinician.
Interact with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers to gain confidence and cooperation.
Manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines, when such drugs are handled in the course of work.

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South

Position Overview:

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks supporting the delivery of 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. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. (Must present diploma within 90 days)
OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training in medical assisting equivalent to one year

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and administering injections.
Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and electronic health record (EHR).

Ability to
-prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
-work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
-identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
-build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.66 to $47.12 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Company

Sutter Health

Not-for-profit integrated healthcare network managing hospitals

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare network serving Northern California. It operates a broad system of medical facilities—including hospitals, outpatient centers, and research institutes—to provide care for everything from routine checkups to complex surgeries. The network uses digital health tools and conducts clinical research to improve patient outcomes, and it reinvests earnings back into community health initiatives, medical research, and facility improvements. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government health programs. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while expanding preventive care and wellness programs to improve long-term community health.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.2M
Headquarters: Sacramento, CA
Founded: 1981

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