Medical Assistant - Breast Surgery - UW Medicine-Northwest

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center-Northwest’s Breast Surgery Clinic seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to join a compassionate care team in Seattle. You will room patients, take vital signs, prepare exam rooms and assist providers with procedures in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include medication prior authorizations, point-of-care testing, reporting lab values, and coordinating between patients, families and clinicians.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES or other recognized credential.
• Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve within 6 months of hire.
• Valid American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records.
• Perform injections.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms.
• Submit medication prior authorizations.
• Recognize symptoms of common illnesses and report to provider.
• Act as liaison between patient, family and providers.
• Assist provider with procedures and exams.
• Perform point-of-care testing and report abnormal lab values.
• Transport patients as required.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

CPR/BLS

Education

MA program accreditation (CAAHEP/ABHES)

Job description

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Breast Surgery Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C).

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
• Monday-Friday
• 7:30-4:00
• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Breast Surgery Clinic at Meridian Pavilion offers thorough and concise evaluations of breast abnormalities and screening plans for people at higher-than-average risk for breast cancer.

We treat benign breast problems, as well as breast cancer, and work with each patient to offer personalized treatment plans based on the type and stage of the disease, genetics, life circumstances and other factors unique to the individual.

Our care team consists of nationally recognized healthcare professionals with extensive clinical knowledge and surgical expertise to diagnose and treat breast disease and breast cancer.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

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

PRIMARY JOB 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

REQUIREMENTS

• 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
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As one of the top hospitals in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in multiple specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

UW Medical Center is proud to be recognized with Magnet Hospital status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. As a teaching hospital and research center, we’re deeply committed to the enhancement of care for our patients-as well as the professional growth of our staff.

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 neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$28.56 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$40.86 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

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,scientistsand other health professionals.

All acrossUW 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,studentand colleague is valued and honored.Nearly 29,000healthcare 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, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

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.