Medical Assistant – Urgent Care

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeCastro Valley • 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 supporting patient care teams and ensuring high-quality patient interactions. Strong organizational and communication abilities are essential for managing workflows and collaborating with healthcare providers.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Patient Care SupportElectronic Health Records (EHR)Vital Signs Measurement

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Hard Skills

Medical Assisting SkillsTaking Vital SignsAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy Knowledge

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedical ProceduresHealthcare SupportPatient InteractionClinical Support

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
Apply education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient cooperation
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician

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
1 year of recent relevant experience
General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and administering injections
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule 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 as part of a team, solve standard problems, and collaborate with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time, benefited opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions