Procedure Medical Assistant - Fixed Duration - Urology at Northwest

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

34d•$29 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Endoscopy has an outstanding opportunity for a Procedure Medical Assistant. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week) Fixed duration for 6 months Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center – Northwest provides surgical and nonsurgical care for urologic disorders—one of the most uncomfortable, inconvenient and embarrassing health issues. U.S. News & World Report recognizes UW Medical Center's urology program among the top in the nation. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Includes intensive training to become an expert in Urology procedures and equipment sterilization Conveniently located near public transportation Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve Opportunity to provide 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

Provides support with Urology equipment to provider
Obtain specimens
Follow regulatory guidelines and policies to clean and store endoscopes
Call and educate patients on their upcoming procedure; provide instructions and escalate scheduling concerns
Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records
Prepare and clean exam rooms
Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider
Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers
Assist in transporting patients as required