Medical Assistant, Dermatology

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeDublin • California • United StatesJunior💰 $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, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Capable of managing multiple tasks and adapting to changing departmental circumstances to support high-quality patient care.

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BLS-Basic Life Support CertificationMedical Assisting SkillsPatient Care SupportMicrosoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExaminationsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsBasic Medical Procedures

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGeneral Education Diploma (GED)BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportHealthcare ProvidersMedical Plan of Care

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 to gain confidence and cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections
Perform duties according to changing departmental circumstances, including emergencies, staff changes, workload, and technical development

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Completion of a course of study consistent with Medical Assistant requirements specified by the Medical Board of California, with diploma presented within 90 days
OR completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training in medical assisting equivalent to one year
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
Competency and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and 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 within standardized procedures
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 with interruptions, resolve standard problems using established options, and build collaborative relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Regular employee status
Full-time schedule
Monday–Friday schedule
Day shift
Occasionally required weekend work