Medical Assistant II, Gastroenterology

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-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, administering injections, and preparing patients for examinations. Possesses strong communication and organizational abilities to support patient care teams and ensure efficient workflow in a clinical setting.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support CertificationVital Signs MeasurementPatient Preparation for ExamsElectronic Health Records (EHR) Management

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeBasic Medical Assisting SkillsMedical Procedures KnowledgeTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

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

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportPatient FlowNIOSH 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 flow 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 and prepare patients for examinations
Administer injections
Handle hazardous drugs when required, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines

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 a 160-hour Medical Assistant externship, verified on the MA school website
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 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; ability to prioritize assignments and meet 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-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
Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package
Regular employee status
Full-time schedule, 40 weekly hours
Monday–Friday schedule
No weekend requirements