University of Washington
MA / Medical Assistant - Needle Exchange Clinic
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job Description
This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine.
Department Description The Robert Clewis Clinic is part of a multiagency center providing low‑barrier access to medical, mental health, chemical dependency and case management services for homeless and vulnerable housed people.
Work Schedule
Part‑time, 50% FTE (20 hours per week)
Monday afternoons, Wednesday and Friday all day
Day Shift
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
Wound care and phlebotomy
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
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $57,648.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $82,476.00 annual
Other Compensation: $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: 50.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC
Our Commitment The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. 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.
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Department Description The Robert Clewis Clinic is part of a multiagency center providing low‑barrier access to medical, mental health, chemical dependency and case management services for homeless and vulnerable housed people.
Work Schedule
Part‑time, 50% FTE (20 hours per week)
Monday afternoons, Wednesday and Friday all day
Day Shift
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
Wound care and phlebotomy
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
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $57,648.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $82,476.00 annual
Other Compensation: $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: 50.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC
Our Commitment The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. 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.
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