University of Washington
MA / Medical Assistant - Infectious Disease
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job Description
This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine
UW Medical Center-Northwest - Infectious Disease
has an outstanding opportunity for a
Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C).
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:45pm
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Infectious Disease Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest provides inpatient and outpatient consultations along with leading-edge diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of infections.
You may be referred to our clinic when an infection is difficult to diagnose, does not initially respond to treatment or requires specialized or intravenous therapy. Conditions we routinely treat include hepatitis B and C, HIV, endocarditis, osteomyelitis, hospital acquired infections, fungal infections, tuberculosis, cellulitis, sexually transmitted infections, surgical infections and travel-related illness.
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
Phlebotomy
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 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
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$27.18 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$38.89 hourly
Other Compensation:
$5,000 sign on bonus Overtime eligible
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.
This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine
UW Medical Center-Northwest - Infectious Disease
has an outstanding opportunity for a
Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C).
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:45pm
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Infectious Disease Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest provides inpatient and outpatient consultations along with leading-edge diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of infections.
You may be referred to our clinic when an infection is difficult to diagnose, does not initially respond to treatment or requires specialized or intravenous therapy. Conditions we routinely treat include hepatitis B and C, HIV, endocarditis, osteomyelitis, hospital acquired infections, fungal infections, tuberculosis, cellulitis, sexually transmitted infections, surgical infections and travel-related illness.
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
Phlebotomy
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 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
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$27.18 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$38.89 hourly
Other Compensation:
$5,000 sign on bonus Overtime eligible
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.