Certified Medical Assistant – Chatham County Jail

Austin Community College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for the Chatham County Jail. This role involves performing clinical and administrative tasks, supporting healthcare providers in a correctional setting. The ideal candidate should have a medical assistant certification, one year of relevant experience, and proficiency in EHR systems. Essential duties include patient assessments, vital signs measurement, and medication administration. The position demands excellent time management and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited institution.
• One year of experience in a medical office or correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and assist with medical examinations.
• Administer medications as directed and manage health records.
• Support continuity and quality of patient care.

Skills

Clinical operating procedures

Infection control procedures

HIPAA regulations

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Venipuncture and injections

Vital signs monitoring

Strong communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Medical assistant program

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - Chatham County Jail

Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for performing both administrative and clinical tasks to support physicians and other clinical providers in a correctional setting. The CMA will also assist with basic clinical tasks and may be assigned to support other areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with facility leadership. This position reports directly to the Health Services Administrator (HSA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments, gathers patient history and assists with medical examinations.
• Performs vital signs measurements including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, and pulse and specimen collections as ordered by providers.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments as appropriate.
• Administers medications as directed by healthcare providers.
• Performs clinical proceduresincluding electrocardiograms (EKGs), tuberculosis skin tests (PPDs), blood glucose monitoring, venipuncture collects lab specimens and performs routine treatments.
• Transcribes medical orders and enters data into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Maintains and organizes patient health records and medical documentation.
• Assists with basic clinical tasks, including supporting other designated areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with leadership to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Proficiency and knowledge of standard clinical operating procedures.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and OSHA guidelines in a healthcare or correctional setting.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, vital signs monitoring, and medication administration.
• Ability to assist in minor medical procedures and emergency medical situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written, oral communication and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail, follow‑up and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Excellent time management skills and strong ability to work within tight timelines, with the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with medical staff, providers, leadership and clients in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
• Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of related experience in a medical office or correctional healthcare setting.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Currently certified as a Medical Assistant if certification is required by the facility.
• Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to your first day of employment.

Special Requirements

This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical Requirements

The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time.

ADA Disclaimer

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position adequately. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, unless it results in an undue hardship. All requests must be made to the Human Resources Department in writing at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

First Class Healthcare Staffing Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.