Medical Assistant

Sutter Health

. Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeCastro Valley • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $34 - $47 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Possesses strong organizational and time management abilities to support high-quality patient care in a collaborative healthcare environment.

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Medical Assisting SkillsBasic Life Support CertificationPatient Care SupportCommunication SkillsTime Management

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementPatient PreparationInjection AdministrationMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology Knowledge

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS-Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical SupportClerical SupportPatient CareHealthcare ProviderCalifornia Medical Board Requirements

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
Apply education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education/experience
Completion of a course of study consistent with California Medical Board requirements for Medical Assistants, or completion of an equivalent Sutter Health training program
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
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 exams, and administering injections
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences
Time management and organizational skills, including prioritization and meeting deadlines
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interruption-prone environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established solutions
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Equal opportunity employer