Medical Assistant, Urgent Care

Sutter Health

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

Posted 10/12/2026full-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 and preparing patients for examination, while effectively communicating with patients and healthcare providers. Possesses strong organizational and time management abilities to support high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support CertificationPatient Care SupportElectronic Health Records (EHR)Vital Signs Measurement

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Hard Skills

Medical Assisting SkillsTaking Vital SignsPreparing Patients for ExaminationAdministering InjectionsMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology Knowledge

Soft Skills

Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Clinical SupportClerical SupportPatient CareHealthcare 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
Work varied shifts, variable days, and 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 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 examination, and administering injections
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based data and 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 collaboratively, resolve standard problems, and build collaborative relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions