Medical Assistant, Family Medicine
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: September 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Organization:PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CADPosition
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:These Principal
Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not
exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job.
Management reserves the right to revise the job description or
require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the
job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or
technical development).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 provide diploma
within 90 days of hire)OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health training
program.CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:American Heart Association (AHA)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderSKILLS 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 deadline.General knowledge of computer
applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and
Outlook).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
collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare
providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.Job
Shift:DaysSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:8Days of the Week:Monday -
FridayWeekend Requirements:NoneBenefits:YesUnions:NoPosition
Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:40Employee Status:RegularNumber of
Openings:1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $29.91 to $37.39 / hourThe
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. Schedule/Shift:
Regular/ Days
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