Medical Assistant II, Pediatrics

Sutter Health

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

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeLodi • 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 administering injections, while effectively communicating with patients and healthcare teams. Possesses strong organizational and time management abilities to support high-quality patient care in a clinical setting.

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BLS-Basic Life Support Certification1 Year Experience in PediatricsMedical Assisting SkillsElectronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsAdministering InjectionsPreparing Patients for ExaminationsMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyBasic Medical ProceduresPatient Care SupportClerical Support

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical AssistingPatient CareCalifornia Medical Board RequirementsPediatricsHealthcare Provider

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
Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections
Work day shifts, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Completion of a course of study consistent with California Medical Board requirements for Medical Assistants, or an equivalent approved Sutter Health training program, or equivalent Sutter Health on-the-job medical assisting training
Must present diploma within 90 days
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
1 year of recent relevant experience in Pediatrics
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 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, manage 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
Benefits offered
Regular full-time employee status
Monday–Friday day shift
Occasional weekend requirements