University of Washington
Procedure Medical Assistant - Endoscopy at NW
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job Description
Job Description This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine UW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopy
has an outstanding opportunity for a
Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week), 4x10 hour shifts
OR
Part-time, 75% FTE (30 hours per week), 3x10 hour shifts
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Digestive Health Clinic is now open at the UW Medical Center’s Northwest Campus. Our newest clinic provides procedural and consultative services for digestive and liver disorders. Our team of UW Medicine physicians and advanced practice providers are experts in the care of patients with all gastrointestinal and liver disorders, such as inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), gastrointestinal motility and functional bowel disorders (irritable bowel syndrome or IBS), esophageal and swallowing disorders, and all liver diseases, including viral hepatitis. 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, patient’s 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 boardOR 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 neighboring
Northwest Outpatient Medical Center
and
Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion
. Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities/uw-medical-center-northwest) 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 public by 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. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $28.28 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $40.47 hourly Other Compensation: Overtime eligible$5,000 sign on bonus 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 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 world. In 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 proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . 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 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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Job Description This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine UW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopy
has an outstanding opportunity for a
Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week), 4x10 hour shifts
OR
Part-time, 75% FTE (30 hours per week), 3x10 hour shifts
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Digestive Health Clinic is now open at the UW Medical Center’s Northwest Campus. Our newest clinic provides procedural and consultative services for digestive and liver disorders. Our team of UW Medicine physicians and advanced practice providers are experts in the care of patients with all gastrointestinal and liver disorders, such as inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), gastrointestinal motility and functional bowel disorders (irritable bowel syndrome or IBS), esophageal and swallowing disorders, and all liver diseases, including viral hepatitis. 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, patient’s 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 boardOR 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 neighboring
Northwest Outpatient Medical Center
and
Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion
. Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities/uw-medical-center-northwest) 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 public by 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. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $28.28 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $40.47 hourly Other Compensation: Overtime eligible$5,000 sign on bonus 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 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 world. In 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 proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . 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 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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