MA / Medical Assistant - Infectious Disease

Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C) Opportunity

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Infectious Disease has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). Work schedule is full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week) Monday-Friday, 8 : 15am-4 : 45pm Day Shift.

Infectious Disease Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest provides inpatient and outpatient consultations along with leading-edge diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of infections. Conditions we routinely treat include hepatitis B and C, HIV, endocarditis, osteomyelitis, hospital acquired infections, fungal infections, tuberculosis, cellulitis, sexually transmitted infections, surgical infections and travel-related illness.

Position highlights include : conveniently located near public transportation, opportunity to make a difference for the patients and employees we serve, and the chance for career growth.

Primary job responsibilities include : rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing injections, phlebotomy, preparing and cleaning exam rooms, submitting medication prior authorizations, recognizing symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately reporting to provider, acting as a liaison between patient, patient's family and providers, assisting provider with procedures and medical exams, performing point of care testing and reporting abnormal laboratory values, and assisting in transporting patients as required.

Requirements include : 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, and valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider CPR card.

Compensation, benefits and position details include : pay range minimum $27.18 hourly, pay range maximum $38.89 hourly, $5,000 sign on bonus, overtime eligible. For information about benefits for this position, visit . This is a regular position with FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) 100.00% in the SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance union / bargaining unit.

About the UW : Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our commitment : The University of Washington is proud to be 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. 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.