Certified Medical Assistant

CoreCivic; Watonga (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking Certified Medical Assistants to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves administering medications, monitoring patients, and supporting health services staff in a secure facility in Oklahoma.

Candidates must meet state MA certification requirements, hold a valid driver's license, and be at least 21 years old. The position offers hourly pay of $21.00 and a role focused on inmate health care within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Must be state certified as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or meet state guidelines for exceptions to certification.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
• Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient’s condition as needed.
• Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Engage in functions in confined areas that include such things as working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Patient preparation

Assist clinician

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$21.00 / hour At

$21.00 / hour At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Certified Medical Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements

• Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
• Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient’s condition as needed.
• Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Engage in functions in confined areas that include such things as working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
• Must be state certified as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or meet the state guidelines for exceptions to certification.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.