Medical Assistant II, Orthopedics

Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams Perform back-office and patient-related tasks supporting high-quality patient care Help ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department Assist the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care Use education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician Requirements High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) Completion of a course of study consistent with Medical Assistant requirements specified by the Medical Board of California, with diploma presented within 90 days OR completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training in medical assisting equivalent to one year BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification 1 year of recent relevant experience General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology Competency and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions Written and verbal communication skills for explaining sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences Time management and organizational skills, including prioritization and meeting deadlines General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR) Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interruption-prone environment Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams, while effectively communicating with diverse audiences. Capable of managing time and organizational tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Highest-signal resume keywords BLS-Basic Life Support Certification Medical Assisting Skills Electronic Health Records (EHR) Communication Skills Time Management ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Vital Signs Measurement Patient Preparation Injection Administration Medical Terminology Human Anatomy Knowledge Soft Skills Organizational Skills Team Collaboration Problem Solving Interpersonal Skills Certifications & Qualifications BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification Industry Keywords Medical Assistant Patient Care Clinical Support Healthcare Provider Medical Procedures Tools & Technologies Microsoft Office Suite Electronic Health Records (EHR) #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor