MEDICAL ASSISTANT II, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Company: Sutter Valley Medical Foundation
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! -
Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central Position Overview:
Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of
the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and
patient-related tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality
patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the
department and assists the patient care team in implementing the
medical plan of care. Integrates education, technical competence,
and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation
from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare
providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.
Job Description: EDUCATION:
- HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma
(GED)
- Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the
requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical
Board of California. (Must present diploma within 90 days)
- OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent
to one year
- OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved
for SBMF and SCH) CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
- MA Certification by a California Medical Board recognized
agency is required to be eligible for incentive (to be implemented
in 2025) TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
- 1 year of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and
equipment.
- Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology,
and medical terminology.
- Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills such
as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and
administering injections.
- Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions,
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain
sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse
audiences, including non-medical people.
- Well-developed time management and organizational skills,
including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within
standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve
objectives and meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft
Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and electronic health record
(EHR). Ability to
- prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies,
procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet
deadlines.
- work independently, as well as be part of the team, including
accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with
interruptions.
- identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting
appropriate solutions from established options.
- build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare
providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. TRAVEL
- Travel required as needed. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time
Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend
Requirements: None Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status:
Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular0 This position
may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport,
dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or
potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800. Sutter Health is
an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay
Range is $27.88 to $33.45 / hour The salary range for this role may
vary above or below the posted range as determined by location.
This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic
differential applicable by area where the position may be filled.
Compensation takes into account several factors including but not
limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure
and certifications, department equity, training and organizational
needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program
offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a
comprehensive benefits package.
Keywords: Sutter Valley Medical Foundation, Alameda , MEDICAL ASSISTANT II, INTERNAL MEDICINE, Healthcare , Sacramento, California
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