Medical Assistant III, Procedure Suite

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent nonprofit cancer and biomedical research organization based in Seattle. The Medical Assistant III performs patient care, technical, and administrative duties to support practitioners and other healthcare team members in providing high-quality care across the health system. The role participates in the overall function of the clinic and manages patient flow for assigned areas, as applicable. The position is 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week.

The Medical Assistant III performs all essential functions of the MA I and MA II positions, serves as a primary preceptor and trainer, helps clinic leadership train new hires and advance training initiatives, assists nurses or providers with procedures as indicated by role, and collaborates with clinic leadership on operational strategies and process improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Complete a medical assistant program offered by an ABHES-accredited school or a CAAHEP-accredited program; military training or experience may satisfy the training and experience requirement.
• Have 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Hold Certified Medical Assistant certification in Washington State and be familiar with the state's conduct and standards of practice.
• Hold current Surgical Technologist registration in Washington State within 30 days of hire, as applicable depending on location.
• Hold a current BLS AHA Health Provider Card or equivalent course, such as one from the American Red Cross; renewal is required every two years.
• Have experience with Electronic Medical Records.
• Demonstrate initiative through advancing technical skills, sharing knowledge, and taking on more responsibility.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Have strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Be proficient in computer skills to support operations.
• Be familiar with medical terminology.
• Be able to multitask, prioritize, and problem solve.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced, complex healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited surgical technology program.

Responsibilities

• Perform all essential functions of the Medical Assistant I and Medical Assistant II positions.
• Serve as a primary preceptor and trainer.
• Work with the leadership team to facilitate new-hire training and other training initiatives.
• Assist a nurse or provider with procedures, as indicated by role.
• Collaborate with clinic leadership to develop operational strategies and process improvement efforts.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies or disasters according to clinic protocol.
• Support patient flow in assigned areas, as applicable.

Benefits

• Medical and vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Family life support
• Employee assistance program
• Onsite health clinic
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation (12–22 days per year)
• Paid sick leave (12–25 days per year)
• Paid holidays (13 days per year)
• Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed