Medical Assistant, Pain Management

Sutter Health

Medical Assistant providing clinical and clerical support in healthcare settings such as Sutter Health facilities. Collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure smooth patient workflow and care delivery.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeBerkeley • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $34 - $47 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs and administering injections, while effectively communicating with patients and healthcare providers. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks to support high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

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Medical Assisting SkillsBasic Life Support (BLS)Patient Interaction SkillsTime ManagementElectronic Health Record (EHR) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementPatient Preparation for ExamInjection AdministrationMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy Knowledge

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Record (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedical ProceduresHealthcare ProvidersSutter Health TrainingClinical Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
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)
Equivalent Sutter Health Training program (approved for SBMF and SCH)
Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
1 year of recent relevant experience
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
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 work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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