Medical Assistant, Endocrinology

Sutter Health

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

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeOakland • 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 time and organizational tasks within a clinical setting to support high-quality patient care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CertificationMedical Assisting SkillsElectronic Health Records (EHR)Time Management and Organizational SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExaminationsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyGeneral Knowledge of Medical ProceduresBasic Medical Assisting Skills

Soft Skills

Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDMedical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportHealthcare ProvidersPatient Interaction

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
Integrate education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections

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 equivalent Sutter Health Training program; OR Sutter Health on-the-job training 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 in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, 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 within standardized procedures
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interruption-filled environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Monday–Friday schedule
No weekend requirements