Certified Medical Assistant

Wexford Health Sources; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Continuing education options

Free CEUs

Pet Insurance

Flexible pay options

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers and nursing staff in a correctional healthcare setting in Charleston, WV. You will obtain vital signs, assist with examinations, and help ensure timely, organized patient care.

Ideal candidates hold CMA/RMA certification, current CPR, and a high school diploma or GED, with strong organizational and communication skills. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification required or may be considered.
• Current CPR certification.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient care skills.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining vital signs, performing patient screenings, and gathering clinical information for healthcare providers.
• Assisting physicians, nurses, and advanced practice providers with examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
• Implementing provider orders and supporting patient care activities within scope of practice.
• Maintaining accurate documentation, patient records, and medical unit inventory.
• Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining medical equipment and instruments.
• Providing basic patient education, first aid, CPR, and administrative support as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Organization

Education

CMA/RMA certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION: Certified Medical Assistant

SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for evening and night shifts

FACILITY: South Central Regional Jail

LOCATION: Charleston, WV 25309

Are you ready to use your clinical skills to support quality patient care in a unique and rewarding healthcare environment?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As a Medical Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting providers and nursing staff while helping ensure the efficient delivery of healthcare services.

Position Summary

• Obtaining vital signs, performing patient screenings, and gathering clinical information for healthcare providers
• Assisting physicians, nurses, and advanced practice providers with examinations, treatments, and minor procedures
• Implementing provider orders and supporting patient care activities within scope of practice
• Maintaining accurate documentation, patient records, and medical unit inventory
• Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining medical equipment and instruments
• Providing basic patient education, first aid, CPR, and administrative support as needed

You’ll go beyond assisting.

You’ll help ensure patients receive timely, organized, and compassionate care every day.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or other Medical Assistant certification from vocational, technical school may be considered
• Current CPR certification
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient care skills
• Healthcare experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

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