Certified Medical Assistant I - General Oncology - 1.0 Fte

Overview:Responsibilities:

• Preforms Blood Draws as directed
• Documents vital signs and other patient information per clinic policy
• Conducts clerical tasks, patient transport, cleaning and restocking of exam rooms and other requests to maintain clinic flow
• Recognizes symptoms of common medical illnesses, abnormal vs., and new/existing pain and immediately escalates to RN and/or provider
• Assists with procedures as directed
• Rooms patients and families to exam/procedure area

• Acts as a liaison between patients/families and health care providers

Qualifications:

• Ability to identify learning needs and plan learning opportunities
• Completion of a medical assistant program offered by a school accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or
• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years
• Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
• Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and must be familiar with the State's conduct and standards of practice.
• Ability to recognize limitations and seek help
• Proficient in email and word processing systems
• Ability to work in a fast paced, complex healthcare environment
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear and concise manner
• Surgical Technologist Registration in the State of Washington State and must be familiar with the State's conduct and standards of practice (Application must be submitted within 1st 30-days of hire)
• Interim Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and must be familiar with the state’s conduct and standards of practice.
• Ability to follow direction and guidance
• Military training or experience may also satisfy the training and experience requirement
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve

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 (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

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