Procedure Medical Assistant Fixed Duration Urology at Northwest

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopyhas an outstanding opportunity for aProcedure Medical Assistant.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
Fixed duration for 6 months
Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center Northwestprovides surgical and nonsurgical care for urologic disordersone of the most uncomfortable inconvenient and embarrassing health issues. U.S. News & World Report recognizes UW Medical Centers urology program among the top in the nation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Includes intensive training to become an expert in Urology 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 Urology 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 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$41.68 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

About 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

Job DescriptionUW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopyhas an outstanding opportunity for aProcedure Medical Assistant.WORK SCHEDULEFull-time 100% FTE (40 hours per week)Fixed duration for 6 monthsDay ShiftDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center Northwestprovides surgical and n...