MA / Medical Assistant - Heart Transplant Specialist

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

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week) Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Day Shift

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Heart Transplant Specialists are specialized Medical Assistants, who practice both in the outpatient care setting working alongside Post and Pre Transplant Nurse Coordinators to support patients and their needs throughout their transplant journey. This includes all phases of transplant care, from referral to the post-transplant phase to ensuring continuity of care across the Transplant continuum.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Heart Transplant Specialist is an integral member of the larger interdisciplinary team contributing to excellence in patient care, research and teaching within the organization. Conveniently located near public transportation Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Appropriately coordinates testing required to complete the transplant evaluation work-up at the direction of the Post-Transplant RN Coordinator Appropriately coordinates testing requirements in the post-transplant phase of care at the direction of the Post-Transplant RN Coordinator Provides documentation to providers, Emergency Medical Services, local hospital and electric company at transplant discharge Takes the opportunity with every contact to educate patients and caregivers about their transplant medications, signs and symptoms of infection In collaboration with Transplant RN Coordinators, may provide pre and post-transplant teaching to the patient and their caregivers and documents the findings in the medical record Works collaboratively with the team, assisting colleagues when necessary to ensure the program functions at the most efficient level Enters VAD equipment serial numbers in the appropriate database system at the time of implantation and throughout the care continuum, as indicated Participates in the Transplant Program quality improvement process and related projects and working groups, as indicated

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 Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $28.27 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $40.44 hourly Other Compensation: - 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 Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Washington