MedicalAssistant,FamilyMedicine

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD **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** : _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 present diploma within 90 days) OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved for SBMF and SCH) OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:** BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider **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.