MA / Medical Assistant - Echocardiology

Job Description

This recruitment offers a $5,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Heart Institute in Echocardiology has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C).

WORK SCHEDULE

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  Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)

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  Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

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  Day Shift

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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW Medicine's Echocardiography Lab uses ultrasound to diagnose and evaluate heart problems, creating moving images of the heart to assess function and structure. This non-invasive procedure helps check heart conditions like valve issues, coronary heart disease, and general heart pumping ability. To prepare, you should avoid smoking and potentially caffeine, and your doctor will provide specific instructions for the type of echocardiogram you are having, as some (like transesophageal ) require more preparation than others.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

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  Conveniently located near public transportation

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  Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

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  Opportunity to provide career growth

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PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records

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  Transport patients before and after echocardiographic procedures

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  Recognize and report abnormal patient events and situations, report to ECHO / ECG staff

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  Be present for portions of the pre- and post-procedure patient education sessions

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  Update electronic white board. Schedule outpatient and inpatient echo examinations into the electronic white board system and confirm the information displayed is correct and accurate

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  Schedule new and return appointment In Cardiology / ECHO Tracking systems; Use computer system to check patients in and out of clinics

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  Prepare and clean exam rooms

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REQUIREMENTS

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  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 boardOR equivalent

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  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

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  Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider CPR card

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ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.

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ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's 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 tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. ( Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$57,648.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$82,476.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Overtime eligible $5,000 sign on bonus

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

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 or .

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 ( .

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