Ma / Medical Assistant - Respite Care At Harborview

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Seattle, WA, United States
Base: $27.72 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
On-site
Room patients and take vital signs
Perform injections and submit prior authorizations
Recognize common medical illnesses
Harborview's Medical Respite Program provides recuperative care to people experiencing homelessness who are too sick to return to the shelter or streets but do not require a hospital level of care

Job Summary

  • Harborview's Medical Respite Program provides recuperative care to people experiencing homelessness who are too sick to return to the shelter or streets but do not require a hospital level of care.
  • The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing injections, preparing exam rooms, submitting medication prior authorizations, and recognizing common medical illnesses.
  • This is a 40% FTE position, working Saturdays and Sundays from 8 am to 4:30 pm, offering a chance to make a difference for vulnerable patients.

Matching Summary

Harborview's Medical Respite Program provides recuperative care to people experiencing homelessness who are too sick to return to the shelter or streets but do not require a hospital level of care.

Salary

Base: $27.72 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Room patients and take vital signs
  • Perform injections and submit prior authorizations
  • Recognize common medical illnesses
  • Act as a liaison between patient and provider
  • Assist provider with procedures
  • Perform point of care testing

Nice-to-have

  • Make a difference for patients
  • Opportunity for career growth
  • Conveniently located near public transportation

Key Requirements

  • Completion of accredited Medical Assistant course or equivalent
  • Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve within 6 months
  • Valid American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR card

Work Rights

Not specified

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