Medical Assistant, Plastic Surgery

Sutter Health

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

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSan Mateo • 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 preparing patients for examination, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderClinical Support ExperienceElectronic Health Records (EHR)Medical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementPatient PreparationInjection AdministrationMedical Procedures KnowledgeHuman Anatomy Understanding

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDMedical Assistant Program DiplomaBLS-Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareSurgery SchedulingPlastic SurgeryBreast Surgical OncologyHealthcare Provider Collaboration

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
Perform duties under the direction of a clinician
Cross-train in Plastic Surgery and Breast Surgical Oncology
Cover Plastic Surgery in San Mateo and Los Altos as needed
Cross-train in surgery scheduling and PSR duties for San Mateo Plastic Surgery, San Mateo Breast Surgery, and Los Altos Plastic Surgery
Work Monday–Friday day shifts, with occasional weekend requirements

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), verified on the MA school website
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
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 examination, 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 and 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 options
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions