Certified Medical Assistant II - Transplant Clinic

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers.

Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality. We value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect, grounded in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Our mission is tied to the humanity and dignity of every employee, patient, community member and supporter. We are committed to learning across our differences and similarities and to becoming an anti-racist organization.

• All Essential Functions of the MA I position
• Leave paperwork / Prior authorizations / prescriptions refills
• Answering / screening incoming phone calls
• Coordinating outside lab results and notifying patient of normal lab results
• Acts as preceptor / trainer
• Assist with Nurse Triage
• Performs blood draws as directed
• Reinforce compliance in billing / coding
• Facilitates distribution of clinical contacts, schedules and care management tools
• Monitor and assist with clinic flow, adjusting as needed to ensure efficient patient flow
• Request medical records from external/internal facilities and prepare for provider review
• Collaborates with clinic nursing supervisor to develop operational strategies and process improvements for department / unit
• Acts as a liaison between patients/families and health care providers
• Assist in resolving and/or responding to non-clinical patient complaints and inquiries

• Required:
  
  • Completion of a medical assistant program offered by a school accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP; or
• • Military training or experience may also satisfy the training and experience requirements
• • Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and familiar with the State s conduct and standards of practice
• • Current Surgical Technologist Registration in the State of Washington within 30 days of hire as applicable, depending on location
• • Current BLS Health Provider Card (or equivalent) renewed every two years
• • 2+ years relevant work experience
• • Willingness to participate in process improvement initiatives
• • Proficient in email and word processing systems
• • Experience with Electronic Medical Records
• • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• • Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex healthcare environment
• • Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
• • Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing)
• • Ability to follow direction and guidance
• • Ability to recognize limitations and seek help
• • Ability to identify learning needs and plan learning opportunities
• • Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies or disasters per clinic protocol

• Employment type:
  
  Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Location:
  
  South Lake Union, Transplant Department
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, starting as early as 7:30am
• This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time
• Pay:
  The hourly pay range is from $31.26 to $44.51 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and VEVRAA employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please contact Human Resources at hrops or .