Certified Medical Assistant

Wexford Health Sources; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company"

Continuing education (CEUs)

Life insurance

Flexible pay options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in a correctional healthcare setting. You will assist providers, perform vital signs, document care, and help with routine procedures.

The role requires CMA or RMA certification, CPR, and a high school diploma or GED. Healthcare experience is preferred; strong organizational and communication skills are essential for reliable, compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Must hold CMA or RMA certification from a recognized program.
• Current CPR certification required.
• High school diploma or GED required; healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and perform patient screenings for providers.
• Assist physicians, nurses, and clinicians with examinations and minor procedures.
• Implement provider orders and support daily medical unit operations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and inventory documentation.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments.
• Provide basic patient education and assist with administrative tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or RMA certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION: Certified Medical Assistant

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

Working under the supervision of clinical leadership, you'll assist with patient care, clinical procedures, and daily medical unit operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• 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 with company match
• 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.

Your skills matter here. Your work helps support quality care every day.