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MEDICAL ASSISTANT (100% FTE, DAYS)
 

MEDICAL ASSISTANT (100% FTE, DAYS)
Req #: 232964
Department: UW MEDICINE-NORTHWEST - SURGICAL SPECIALTIES
Job Location: UW Medical Center - Northwest
Posting Date: 05/08/2024 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $26.39 - $37.76 per hour 
Other Compensation:  
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift 
Benefits: The University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.  

This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine#UWMRecruitmentIncentive

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Surgical Specialties and Hernia Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant  - Certified (MA-C).

WORK SCHEDULE
  • Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
  • Day Shift

    POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
  • Conveniently located near public transportation
  • Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
  • Opportunity to provide career growth

    DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    Surgical Services and Hernia Center at Meridian Pavilion is the leader in advanced surgical services for the Seattle community and beyond, offering the latest in a variety of minimally invasive treatment options, including the da Vinci Si Robotic Surgical System.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records
  • Perform injections
  • Prepare and clean exam rooms
  • Submit medication prior authorizations
  • Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider
  • Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers 
  • Assist provider with procedures and medical exams
  • Perform point of care testing and report abnormal laboratory values
  • Assist in transporting patients as required

    REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or other recognized regional or national accreditation board  OR equivalent
  • Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve this designation within 6-months of hire. Failure to achieve and/or maintain this designation will result in termination of employment
  • Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider CPR card

    ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST 
    UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest.   As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.  


    The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care.  It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboringNorthwest Outpatient Medical Center andSpecialty Care Meridian Pavilion.  


    Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of ourteam. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.


    ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER 
    UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center.    UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. 

     
    All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.  


    Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.  

    • REQUIREMENTS:
    L-CM  | MEDICAL ASST CERT - WA State

    Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.