Medical Assistant II, Internal Medicine

Sutter Health

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

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDavis • 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 vital sign measurement, patient preparation, and injection administration, while adhering to NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines for hazardous drug management. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective patient care and collaboration within healthcare teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support CertificationVital Sign MeasurementElectronic Health Records (EHR)Hazardous Drug Management

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Hard Skills

Medical Assisting SkillsVital SignsPatient PreparationInjection AdministrationMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportMedical ProceduresNIOSH 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
Integrate education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Work Monday–Friday day shifts, 8 hours per shift
Handle hazardous drugs, when applicable, including managing, storing, preparing, receiving, unpacking, transporting, disposing of, or administering them 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, OR completion of a Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)
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
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-rich environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers
Ability to manage hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Benefits offered (Yes)