Medical Assistant – South Bay Primary Care Float

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/8/2026full-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 for hazardous drug management. Exhibits strong communication and organizational skills to support patient care teams effectively.

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BLS-Basic Life Support CertificationMedical Assisting SkillsElectronic Health Records (EHR)Time Management and Organizational SkillsKnowledge of Medical Terminology

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExamsAdministering InjectionsUnderstanding of Human AnatomyKnowledge of Medical ProceduresInterpreting Written and Oral InstructionsCompetence in Basic Medical Assisting SkillsHandling Hazardous DrugsKnowledge of PathologyKnowledge of Physiology

Soft Skills

Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDMedical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportMedical TerminologyNIOSH GuidelinesUSP 800 Guidelines

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 medical plans 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
Rotate to weekend work, minimum once monthly
Work Monday through Friday day shifts, 8 hours per shift
Handle, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous drugs when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Completion of a course of study consistent with Medical Assistant requirements specified by the Medical Board of California; diploma must be presented within 90 days
OR completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training in medical assisting equivalent to one year
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 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 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
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established solutions
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers
Availability for weekend work at least once monthly
Must manage hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines when applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Full-time regular employee status
Day shift schedule
40 hours per week