Medical Assistant II, Cardiology

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/24/2026part-timeFairfield • California • United StatesJunior💰 $29 - $41 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 exams, and administering injections. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to effectively support patient care teams and manage workflow in a clinical environment.

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Medical Assistant Program GraduateBLS-Basic Life Support Certification1 Year Relevant ExperienceBasic Medical Assisting SkillsKnowledge of EHR and Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExamsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeHazardous Drug HandlingTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Industry Keywords

Clinical SupportPatient CareMedical ProceduresHealthcare ProvidersNIOSH GuidelinesUSP 800 Guidelines

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 exams, and administer injections
Work Monday through Friday on day shifts, with occasional weekend requirements
Handle, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous drugs as required

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
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 for explaining sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences
Time management and organizational skills, including prioritization and meeting deadlines
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 in an interruption-prone environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers
Ability to handle hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package
Occasionally required weekend work