MA / Medical Assistant - Orthopaedic Trauma at Harborview
Job Description
Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
Opportunity to provide career growth
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
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
About the Role
Conveniently located near public transportation
Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5pm, Day Shift
Department Description
The Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Clinic at Harborview Medical Center treats the most complex orthopaedic injuries among patients in the broader Pacific Northwest region, including Alaska. The clinic offers care for numerous conditions including bone fractures, soft tissue injuries, bone deformities and failure of bones to heal. Our team provides individualized treatment plans using non-surgical, minimal invasive and open surgical techniques.
Position Highlights
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $28.27 hourly
Pay Range Maximum: $40.44 hourly
Other Compensation: Not specified
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Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit
WFSE HMC