Medical Assistant II, Pediatrics

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeModesto • California • United StatesJunior💰 $28 - $39 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 sensitive information to diverse audiences. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks within a clinical setting, ensuring high-quality patient care and collaboration with healthcare providers.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationVital Signs MeasurementElectronic Health Records (EHR)Patient Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical Assisting SkillsVital SignsPatient PreparationInjections AdministrationMedical TerminologyAnatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology Knowledge

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical SupportPatient CareHealthcare ProvidersMedical ProceduresPatient 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 care and workflow within the department
Assist the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care
Use education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Work an 8-hour day/evening shift, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends

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 160-hour Medical Assistant externship
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, 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 working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods
General 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-prone environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established solutions
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Total rewards program