MA / Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Harborview - Pediatrics has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). The Pediatric Clinic at Harborview offers a wide range of services including primary care, well-child visits and developmental screenings, breastfeeding support, confidential teen services, and mental health services. Same-day appointments are available for sick kids, and an after-hours nurse phone line is available when you need immediate care assistance. Many of our services are available via telehealth (video visits) to save you time and reduce the need to bring your child into the clinic. This position is conveniently located near public transportation and offers an opportunity to make a difference for the patients and employees we serve, with opportunities 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