Medical Assistant, Pediatric Float

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeSan Jose • 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 and administering injections, while ensuring compliance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines. Exhibits strong communication, time management, and organizational skills to support high-quality patient care and effective teamwork.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

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Hard Skills

Medical TerminologyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyVital SignsPatient PreparationInjections AdministrationClinical ProceduresHazardous Drug HandlingMedical Assisting Skills

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CertificationMedical Assistant Program Diploma

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportBack-office TasksWorkflow ManagementPatient InteractionNIOSH 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
Use education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
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
OR 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 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-form data and instructions
Written and verbal communication skills
Time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR)
Ability to prioritize assignments, work independently and in a team, resolve standard problems, and build collaborative relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Total rewards program