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MEDICAL ASSISTANT - AMBULATORY FLOAT TEAM

University of Washington

Seattle, WA 98104

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT - AMBULATORY FLOAT TEAM

Req #:	186540
Department:	UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - AMBULATORY FLOAT
Job Location:	Other Location
Job Location Detail:	Roosevelt Clinics - 4225 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Posting Date:	02/24/2021
Closing Info:	Open Until Filled
Salary:	$3,480 - $4,653 per month ($20.08 - $26.84 per hour)
Union Position:	Yes
Shift:	First Shift

UW Medicines 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 tomorrows physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

Become part of our team, and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

The Ambulatory Float Team has multiple outstanding opportunities for full-time, part-time, and temporary, day shift, MEDICAL ASSISTANTS. The Ambulatory Float Team provides short and long term coverage for both planned and unplanned absences of the Ambulatory Care Division. This is a great opportunity to learn about our clinics first hand through various rotations!

As part of daily duties, Medical Assistants assist health care professionals in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients in a variety of clinic settings by performing duties such as preparation of patient and environment for treatment, conducting basic laboratory and electrocardiogram tests, care of the patient post-treatments, patient education, and clerical reception functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare patients for and assist health care professionals with procedures

Schedule routine and special procedures such as sigmoidoscopy, joint aspiration, surgical biopsy, amniocentesis, and lumbar puncture

Present portions of the pre- and post-procedure patient education sessions.

Perform procedures including ear irrigation, urethral catheterization, and sterile dressing changes

Perform basic laboratory examinations, venipuncture, and 12-lead electrocardiogram including rhythm strips, pregnancy testing, and throat cultures

Monitor patient's condition following procedures

Observe and document in the medical record the patient's physical and emotional condition and vital signs

Recognize and report symptomalogy of common medical illnesses to physician or nurse

Schedule new and return appointments

Use computer system to check patients in and out of clinics

Prepare medical record for clinic visit and document information to complete patient check-in process

Verify presence of medical records and x-rays prior to scheduled appointments

Request existing records and x-rays as necessary

Transport patients and lab specimens

Monitor patient flow in clinic to assure efficient clinic operations

Complete billing documents verifying the correctness of charges and that diagnoses have been obtained

Respond to patient billing questions referring as necessary to appropriate source

Order medical and clerical supplies

Stock examination rooms

Perform front desk reception duties: appointment scheduling/rescheduling, check-in/out, multi-line phone answering, etc.

Perform related medical assistant duties 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 education/experience.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT
Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve this designation during the probationary period. Failure to achieve and/or maintain this designation will result in termination of employment.

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.

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.

The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.