Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Naphcare, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K and Roth

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical professionals in Marion County Jail, Ocala, FL. The CMA will work alongside correctional officers and other medical staff to provide care in a controlled environment, assisting physicians, taking histories, vital signs, and supporting admin tasks.

The position includes clinical duties, administrative duties, patient education, and opportunities for professional growth within a large correctional healthcare

Qualifications

• CMA Certification from an accredited program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• BLS CPR certification, if required (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and document health histories.
• Take and record vital signs and basic labs as directed.
• Administer medications under physician supervision.
• Assist with patient examinations and procedures.
• Provide basic patient education and information.

Skills

CMA Certification

High school diploma

BLS CPR certification

Education

Accredited medical assisting program

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical professionals in the Marion County Jailin Ocala, FL.

As a Correctional CMA, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assisting physicians and other healthcare professionals with examinations, taking patient histories, vital signs, supporting administrative tasks, etc. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

As a CMA, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide 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:

• Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking and documenting vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, weight, PPDs, EKGs and basic laboratory tests
• Staggered intermittent safety checks
• Administering medication (under the direction of a physician)
• Providing basic wound care, performing routine blood drawing procedures and routine clinical tasks
• Assisting with patient hygiene, ambulation and dressing changes
• Assisting providers during patient examinations and procedures
• Providing basic patient education and instructions

Administrative Duties:

• Scheduling and coordinating patient appointments
• Maintaining inventory of medical and office supplies
• Answering 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 BLS CPR certification, if required (AHA required)
• Office Lab Assistant License (for Nevada only)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) 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 like 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 employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:

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