Certified Medical Assistant

TeemaGroup; Town of Stanley (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

TeemaGroup is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a correctional healthcare environment. You will assist providers, document histories, prepare exam areas, and ensure infection control, HIPAA, and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have MA training, BLS, and at least one year of clinical experience, with the ability to work in a structured, secure setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum one year of clinical MA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
• Record vital signs, medical histories, and health information.
• Prepare examination rooms and maintain infection control.
• Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing within scope.
• Administer medications as allowed by regulations.
• Maintain medical records in electronic/paper systems.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate services.
• Monitor supplies and equipment.
• Support intake screenings and chronic care clinics.
• Respond to emergencies and assist during events.
• Adhere to security procedures and HIPAA.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, mental health staff, and officers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Current Medical Assistant certification or registration

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview:

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides clinical and administrative support services within a correctional healthcare environment. Working under the direction of licensed nursing staff and healthcare providers, the Medical Assistant assists in delivering quality patient care to an incarcerated population while maintaining safety, security, and confidentiality standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a structured and secure environment.

What you will be doing:

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, medical histories, and health information.
• Prepare examination and treatment areas and ensure proper sanitation and infection control practices.
• Perform specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical procedures within scope of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations and facility policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in electronic and/or paper health record systems.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate healthcare services as directed.
• Monitor and stock medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals.
• Assist with intake screenings, health assessments, and chronic care clinics.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and assist healthcare staff during emergency situations.
• Adhere to all correctional facility security procedures and protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, correctional officers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support facility healthcare operations.

What you must have:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or registration as required by state regulations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant.