Medical Assistant Cardiology Palo Alto San Carlos
Medical Assistant Cardiology Palo Alto San Carlos
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Job Description
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Organization:
PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:
Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patientrelated tasks supporting the delivery of highquality 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 onthejob training equivalent to one year
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
BLSBasic 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 nonmedical people.
Welldeveloped 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.
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Full TimeShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
Monday FridayWeekend Requirements:
NoneBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoPosition Status:
NonExemptWeekly Hours:
40Employee Status:
RegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $32.04 to $40.04 / 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 candidates 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
