RN / Registered Nurse - Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery Clinic

Job Description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 5x8 shift schedule

• Monday-Friday only

• Shifts will run between 7:00am and 5:00pm; the exact hours may vary each week

• RNs can work from home 1 day per week after they've been trained on our clinic protocols

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Located at UW Medical Center-Montlake, our specialty clinic has fellowship-trained surgeons who assess and treat all head and neck conditions. Our specialists care for patients with otology and vestibular disorders, nasal obstruction and breathing issues, chronic sinusitis, tumors at the base of the skull, and laryngeal conditions. We also provide head and neck surgeries, plastic surgeries, and facial reconstructive surgeries.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• This is a back-office nursing position, focused primarily on triage and InBasket support

• We welcome experienced ambulatory nurses and nurses who are new to an outpatient setting to join our team

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Triages Epic InBasket requests based on acuity

• Reviews inbound patient referrals

• Answers patient calls and eCare messages on a daily basis

• Follows up on medical records and test results

• Completes patient paperwork, including forms for insurance authorizations and disability accommodations

• Provides case management support

• Educates patients and their families on home care and follow-up care

• When needed, assists our providers during minimally invasive procedures

REQUIREMENTS

• Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State

• BLS Certification

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center 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 seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

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, Valley Medical Center, 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.

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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 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

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.