Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

NaphCare, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to serve in the Wayne County Jail in Detroit, Michigan. This role requires providing patient care including assessments and vital sign documentation, along with administrative tasks. Candidates must have CMA certification and a high school diploma or GED. Benefits include health insurance from day one, tuition assistance, and a 401K plan. This unique healthcare opportunity allows you to make a difference in a diverse population with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds).
• Must have good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and interview patients.
• Take and document vital signs.
• Administer medication under physician direction.
• Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.

Skills

CMA Certification

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Integrity and professionalism

CPR certification (if required)

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical professionals in the Wayne County Jail in Detroit, Michigan.

As a Correctional CMA, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence. You will assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, take patient histories, record vital signs, and support administrative tasks. This unique position means you can make a difference to a diverse population with complex medical needs.

Must pass the facility's criminal background check. New grads are encouraged to apply; we will train you in correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities

As a CMA, you play a critical role in providing quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

Clinical Duties:

• Perform patient assessments, interview patients about current health problems and medication history
• Take and document vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, weight, PPAs, EKGs, and basic laboratory tests
• Perform staggered intermittent safety checks
• Administer medication under the direction of a physician
• Provide basic wound care, perform routine blood drawing procedures and routine clinical tasks
• Assist with patient hygiene, ambulation and dressing changes
• Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures
• Provide basic patient education and instructions

Administrative Duties:

• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments
• Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies
• Answer phones, emails and other forms of communications

Qualifications

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Requirements / Qualifications:

• CMA Certification - completion of an accredited medical assisting program
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Be able to obtain CPR certification, if required
• Office Lab Assistant License (for Nevada only)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employeeGenerous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran