Medical Assistant, Urgent Care

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-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, preparing patients for examinations, and administering injections. Possesses strong communication and organizational abilities to support patient care and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationVital Signs MeasurementElectronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Taking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExaminationAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeMedical Procedures KnowledgeTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGeneral Education Diploma (GED)Medical Assistant Program DiplomaBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical SupportClerical SupportHealthcare ProvidersPatient Education

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
Educate and interact with patients, families/support groups, and healthcare providers
Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician
Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and administer injections
Work varied shifts and variable days, including every other weekend

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 certification
1 year of recent relevant experience
General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Competency 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
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 accomplish multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established solutions
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package