Medical Assistant, Developmental - San Jose, United States - Sutter Health
Description
Organization:
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD
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.- 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)._
This is a limited term (52 weeks), benefited position
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)
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
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.
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.
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:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday
Weekend Requirements:
None
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
32
Employee Status:
Limited Term (Fixed Term)
Number of Openings:
1
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $29.91 to $37.39 / hour
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