Medical Assistant (MA)

Medical Assistant (MA)– Correctional Facility Role Summary Are you an organized, detail-oriented Medical Assistant looking to escape irregular clinic hours and step into a stable, purpose-driven role? We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital position, you will provide a balanced blend of clinical and administrative support under the direction of licensed nursing staff and healthcare providers. Operating within a highly structured environment, you will play a key role in intake screenings, point-of-care testing, and chronic care clinics for an underserved patient population. If you are a proactive professional who thrives on clinical variety, values exceptional structural stability, and can maintain strong professional boundaries, we invite you to bring your talent to our team! Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Support & Patient Care Provider Assistance: Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations, specialized treatments, and clinical procedures. Vitals & Intake: Obtain and meticulously document patient vital signs, medical histories, and initial health information during intake screenings and chronic care clinics. Specimen & Testing: Perform accurate laboratory specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical tasks within your professional scope of practice. Medication Support: Safely administer routine medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations and facility policies. Emergency Readiness: Respond calmly and appropriately to medical emergencies, assisting the broader healthcare staff during urgent situations. Area Sanitation: Prepare, organize, and sanitize examination and treatment areas, strictly enforcing infection control and health guidelines. Supply Chain Stewardship: Monitor, inventory, and stock vital medical supplies, clinical equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Health Record Management: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records within electronic and paper health record systems (EHR/EMR). Care Coordination: Schedule patient appointments and efficiently coordinate healthcare services as directed by nursing leadership. Security & Boundary Management: Adhere uncompromisedly to all facility safety and security protocols while maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA regulations and establishing firm professional boundaries. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Training: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Credentials: Current Medical Assistant certification or registration (CMA or RMA) as required by state regulations. Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Experience Baseline: Minimum of one (1) year of active clinical experience as a Medical Assistant. Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 pounds, and move quickly throughout the facility to respond to emergency situations. Desired Qualifications Specialized Settings: Prior experience working in public health, community clinics, behavioral health, or correctional healthcare environments. Tech‑Savvy: Direct, hands‑on experience utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR/EHR) software platforms. Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of medical terminology, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting. Location and Work Type Work Type: Full-Time Contract Position . Work Setting: On-site, structured correctional facility environment. Schedule: Shift: M-F 7:00 AM–3:30 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr