Medical Assistant – Float

Sutter Health

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

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSan Jose • 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 and preparing patients for exams, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks to support high-quality patient care in a clinical environment.

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Medical Assisting SkillsBLS-Basic Life Support CertificationElectronic Health Records (EHR)Communication SkillsTime Management

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExamsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyGeneral Knowledge of Medical Procedures

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportWorkflow ManagementPatient 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
Apply education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Rotate to weekend work at least once monthly
Support operations on Monday through Friday day shifts, with 8-hour shifts and occasional Saturday/Sunday coverage

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; diploma must be 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
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, 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 operating procedures and scientific methods
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, accomplish multiple tasks amid interruptions, resolve standard problems using established options, and collaborate with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Regular employee status
Full-time schedule, 40 hours per week