MA / Medical Assistant - Per diem - Urology at Montlake

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Urology has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). The Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center – Montlake diagnoses and treats a variety of urologic problems. The facility includes two multidisciplinary clinics—the Prostate Oncology Center and the Urogynecology Clinic—a general urology clinic and a variety of specialized urology clinics. This position offers a convenient location near public transportation, an opportunity to make a difference for patients and employees, and the potential for career growth.

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

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

Benefits

• For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree