Medical Assistant – South Bay Primary Care Float

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeMountain View • 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 effectively communicating with patients and healthcare teams. Possesses strong organizational and time management abilities to support high-quality patient care in a clinical setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CertificationMedical Assisting SkillsElectronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office SuiteCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementPatient Preparation for ExamsInjection AdministrationMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingIndependence

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGeneral Education Diploma (GED)BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical AssistingPatient CareClinical SupportHealthcare ProviderNIOSH 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 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
Work Monday–Friday on variable days, with weekend requirements listed as Saturday and Sunday
Work 8-hour shifts during the day

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, with diploma 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
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-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, manage multiple tasks amid interruptions, resolve standard problems using established solutions, and collaborate with peers and healthcare providers
Ability to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Full-time schedule with 40 weekly hours
Regular employee status