Patient Services Specialist/ Vascular Center- UW Medical Center-Northwest

No Telework Seattle, WA Full time

REQ-0000137554

Job Description Vascular Center - UW Medical Center- Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for a Patient Services Specialist 2. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week) Day Shift Mondays- Fridays/8:30am-5:00pm No Telework/On-site POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Conveniently located near public transportation Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve Opportunity to provide career growth DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Vascular Center at UW Medical Center - Northwest offers a full complement of vascular services, each enhanced by the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies available today. With advanced-fellowship training and a multidisciplinary approach to care, this group of surgeons is uniquely equipped to tackle challenging diseases, acute and chronic alike. Conditions we treat include peripheral arterial disease, claudication, critical lower limb ischemia, chronic venous disease, varicose veins, leg swelling, thoracic outlet syndrome, iliac artery aneurysm, carotid artery disease and stenosis, carotid aneurysm, dialysis access, peritoneal dialysis, fistula creation and maintenance and abdominal/thoracic aortic aneurysms. We take a minimally invasive endovascular approach to peripheral artery disease. Common procedures we perform include carotid endarterectomy, TEVAR/EVAR (endovascular thoracic/aortic repair), varicose vein stripping, first rib resection, carotid and iliac artery stenting, saphenous vein ablation and fistulograms with angioplasty PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Providing staff, providers, and patients with an efficient system of internal and external communications, including phone answering and call triaging Scheduling provider and ancillary service appointments Obtaining patient demographic, financial, and clinical information Partnering with all members of the clinic team to prioritize patient satisfaction and exceptional care delivery Other duties as requested REQUIREMENTS High school graduation or equivalent AND One year of healthcare, administrative, or customer service experience OR An equivalent combination of education/experience Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital 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 six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion . Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. ( 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, 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: $24.30 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $35.35 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 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance 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 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 ( . 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