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Sutter HealthPosted 10/21/2026full-timeGrass Valley • California • United StatesJunior💰 $29 - $41 per hourWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections. Possesses strong communication, time management, and organizational skills to support high-quality patient care and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.
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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationVital Signs MeasurementElectronic Health Records (EHR)Medical Terminology Knowledge
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- 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
- Educate and interact with patients, families, support groups, and healthcare providers
- Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
- Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections
- Handle hazardous drugs when required, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program; must present diploma within 90 days
- Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
- 1 year of recent relevant experience
- General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment
- Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
- Competence in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections
- Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Time management and organizational skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR)
- Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established solutions
- Ability to collaborate with peers and healthcare providers
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
- Full-time schedule
- Regular employee status
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Hard Skills
Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExaminationsAdministering InjectionsMedical Assisting SkillsUnderstanding of Human AnatomyUnderstanding of PhysiologyUnderstanding of PathologyKnowledge of Medical ProceduresInterpreting Medical DataTime Management
Soft Skills
Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaGeneral Education Diploma (GED)BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification
Industry Keywords
Clinical SupportClerical SupportPatient CareMedical Plan of CareNIOSH GuidelinesUSP 800 Guidelines