Surgical Technician Medical Assistant III, Procedure Suite - Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

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. Together, 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.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

 

Performs a variety of patient care, technical, and administrative duties to assist practitioners and other members of the healthcare team in providing high quality patient care throughout the health care system. The Medical Assistant participates as a team member in the overall function of the clinic. The Medical Assistant is responsible for the flow of patients for their assigned areas (as applicable) each day. They perform duties and procedure as describes by the Primary Responsibilities section.

 

Responsibilities:

Communication and Customer Service:

• Acts as a courteous, polite representative of the department.
• Creates a safe and comfortable environment by demonstrating caring behavior and conveying confidence.
• Promotes and maintains effective communication as evidenced by:
• Demonstrates respect for the ideas, opinions, and feelings of others.
• Seeking help with problem-solving, as needed.
• Giving and receiving appropriate feedback
• Being aware of and assuming responsibility for the effect of his/her own behavior and communications with others.
• Handling confidential information appropriately.
• Providing clear and relevant information to the appropriate person.

Role Development:

• Establishes annual goals for personal growth and development with the supervisor.
• Takes initiative and responsibility for identifying and pursuing continued learning opportunities.
• Participates in education programs appropriate to the role.

 

In addition to primary responsibilities listed in Medical Assistant III job description, the ST/MA will the following responsibilities:

 

The Procedure Suite/Interventional Radiology Surgical Technologist (ST) assists in the delivery of patient care and procedure suite activities under the direction of a physician and/or direction/supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Functions within the boundaries of the roles and responsibilities of the ST position.

• Plans, organizes and performs as a surgical technologist, including the collection of equipment, instruments and supplies necessary for procedures. Assists with equipment preparation to create the sterile field and maintain sterile techniques during procedures.
• Continually observes closely and anticipates any special problems, equipment or supply needs during the procedure.
• Prepares patients for procedures. Assists in transport of patients as assigned.
• Assists in positioning of patients, including draping during procedures. Passes instruments and other sterile supplies to procedurist.
• Continually observes closely and anticipates any special problems, equipment and/or supply needs throughout the procedure.
• Count and document supplies used during procedures.
• Continually works in a neat, organized, safe and efficient manner.  Demonstrates good organizational skills.
• Assist in preparing, handling and disposal of specimens sent for laboratory testing.
• May assist in applying dressings following procedure.
• Assists in cleaning and restocking.  Notifies facilities/engineering if cleaning equipment requires repair.
• Participates in maintaining a safe environment, utilizing the principles of aseptic technique.  Assists with the cleaning of the procedural areas.

Communication and Customer Service:

• Acts as a courteous, polite representative of the Procedure Suite.
• Creates a safe and comfortable environment by demonstrating caring behavior and conveying confidence.
• Promotes  and maintains effective communication as evidenced  by:
  • Demonstrates respect for the ideas, opinions, and feelings of others.
  • Seeking help with problem-solving, as needed.
  • Giving and receiving appropriate feedback
  • Being aware of and assuming responsibility for the effect of his/her own behavior and communications with others.
  • Handling confidential information appropriately.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

• Prepares patient chargeable billing slips for each patient.
• Ensures that equipment and supplies are charged appropriately.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities for improvement in the efficient delivery of patient care.

Role Development:

• Establishes annual goals for personal growth and development with the supervisor.
• Takes initiative and responsibility for identifying and pursuing continued learning opportunities.
• Participates in education programs appropriate to the role.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 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
• Military Training or experience may satisfy training and experience requirements.
• 2 years’ experience assisting clinical staff in an acute care surgical setting or ambulatory surgery/endoscopy center, OR equivalent education/experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant in the State of Washington and must be familiar with the State's conduct and standards of practice
• 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 1^st 30-days of hire)
• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two year.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives
• Ability to appropriately respond to emergencies or disasters per clinic protocol
• Experienced in Electronic Medical Records
• Demonstrates initiative as evidenced by advancing technical skills, sharing knowledge with others, and taking on more responsibility.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficient in computer skills to support operations.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve. Ability to work in a fast paced, complex healthcare.

Preferred:

• Completion of an accredited surgical technology program. Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) conferred by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting preferred

 

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $29.76 to $42.37 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

 

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus, up to $3,000.

 

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).  

Our Commitment to Diversity:We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.