Medical Assistant, OBGYN

Sutter Health

. Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care team members .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSanta Cruz • California • United StatesJunior💰 $34 - $47 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, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines for hazardous drugs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

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Hard Skills

Medical Assisting SkillsVital SignsPatient PreparationInjectionsMedical TerminologyAnatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaMedical Assistant Program DiplomaBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportHealthcare ProviderNIOSH GuidelinesUSP 800 Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care team members
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 day shifts, Monday through Friday, with weekends as needed
Handle, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous drugs when applicable

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 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, or 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
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 interrupted, multi-task 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

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Total rewards program
Regular employee status