Certified Medical Assistant I - Transplant Clinic

Fred Hutch; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer treatment and research is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their innovative team. This role involves providing high-quality patient care, assisting with procedures, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment. With a commitment to excellence and compassion, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions can make a significant impact on patient lives. Join a team that values collaboration and strives to make a difference in the fight against cancer.

Benefits

Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Education enabling obtainment of Medical Assistant Certification.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients and families to exam/procedure area.
• Documents vital signs and assists with procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service Skills

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS AHA Health Provider Card

Tools

Email Systems

Word Processing Systems

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Performs variety of patient care, technical, and administrative duties to assist practitioners and other members of health care team in providing high quality patient care through health care system. The Medical Assistant participates as a team member in the overall functioning of the clinic. The Medical Assistant is responsible for the flow of the patients for assigned providers (as applicable) each day. They perform duties and procedures as described in the Primary Responsibilities section.

About the Transplant Clinic

Our transplant clinic nursing and medical assistant teams provide specialized care for patients receiving assessment and treatment for blood and marrow transplant patients in three specialized areas: allogeneic, autologous and pediatric. Patients receiving care in the Transplant Clinic receive ongoing care over multiple months from a dedicated, multidisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients and families to exam/procedure area
• Documents vital signs and other patient information per clinic policy
• Assists with procedures as directed
• Conducts clerical tasks, patient transport, cleaning and restocking of exam rooms and other requests to maintain clinic flow
• Recognizes symptoms of common medical illnesses, abnormal vs., and new/existing pain and immediately escalates to RN and/or provider
• Preforms Blood Draws as directed

Customer Service

• Acts as a liaison between patients/families and health care providers.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education enabling obtainment of Medical Assistant Certification
• Completion of a medical assistant program offered by a school accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or
• Military training or experience may also satisfy the training and experience requirement
• Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and must be familiar with the State's conduct and standards of practice.
• Interim Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and must be familiar with the state’s conduct and standards of practice.
• Current Surgical Technologist Registration in the State of Washington within 30 days of hire as applicable, depending on location
• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years
• Proficient in email and word processing systems
• Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, complex healthcare environment
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to follow direction and guidance
• Ability to recognize limitations and seek help
• Ability to identify learning needs and plan learning opportunities

The hourly pay range for this position is from $29.19 to $41.56 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus, up to $3,000.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

Additional InformationWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.