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Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE - MEN'S HEALTH CENTER
Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake
Posting Date: 10/08/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $25.34 - $36.27 per hour
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift
Benefits: The University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
UW Medical Center - Men's Health Center - has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant.
WORK SCHEDULE
- 6 Month Appointment
- Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
- Day Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Conveniently located near public transportation
- Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
- Opportunity to provide career growth
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Men’s Health Center at UW Medical Center-Roosevelt emphasizes urologic, sexual and reproductive care for conditions such as infertility, prostate cancer, and erectile dysfunction. Our physicians and staff are experienced in advanced medical therapies and minimally invasive procedures. And as part of the UW Medicine health system, we also can connect patients with cardiology, endocrinology and other specialists. Our clinic provides men a private, supportive environment where various conditions can be evaluated and treated. Our hope is that men will also become more knowledgeable about, and involved in, their overall health.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records
- 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
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.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
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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