Procedure Medical Assistant at Northwest
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
This recruitment offers a $5000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine
UW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopyhas an outstanding opportunity for aProcedure Medical Assistant.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Full-time 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
- Part-time 75% FTE (30 hours per week)
- These will be 3x10 hour shifts and 4x10 hour shifts
- Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Endoscopy Suite at Northwest provides the full range of endoscopic procedures including diagnostic and screening colonoscopy and upper endoscopy as well as advanced therapeutic interventions including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) endoscopic ultrasound wireless capsule endoscopy and balloon-assisted enteroscopy. Our endoscopy center also has therapeutic options and techniques not yet available elsewhere such as endoscopic submucosal dissection for treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Includes intensive training to become an expert in Endoscopy procedures and equipment sterilization
- Conveniently located near public transportation
- Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
- Opportunity to provide career growth
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides support with Endoscopy equipment to provider
- Obtain specimens
- Follow regulatory guidelines and policies to clean and store endoscopes
- Call and educate patients on their upcoming procedure; provide instructions and escalate scheduling concerns
- Room patients take vital signs and reconcile records
- Prepare and clean exam rooms
- Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider
- Act as a liaison between patient patients family and providers
- 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
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 CenterNorthwest 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 andSpecialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines 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 tomorrows 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 29000 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.
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$29.13 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$41.68 hourlyOther Compensation:
$5000 sign on bonusBenefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and MaintenanceAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
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 or .
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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
