Certified Medical Assistant – Correctional Health Tehachapi

XDuce Corporation; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Nurseline

Wellness resources

Travel assistance

Job summary

Healthcare Staffing Professionals, Inc. is seeking Certified Medical Assistants for a full-time role at a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA. Candidates must have at least one year of experience and a valid Medical Assistant certificate.

Under supervision, duties include administrative and clinical tasks, patient care, injections, vitals, and basic lab procedures. Work hours are Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, pay rate $25/hour. This is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• A current and valid Medical Assistant Certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California, to practice as a Medical Assistant
• Must have MA certificate from 1 of the following: American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Certification Association, American Medical Technologists, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, OR Multiskilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc.
• BLS certification is required for Basic Life Support
• 2 References are required
• Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those defined herein in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer basic life support in emergency situations to patient/youth and staff
• Use medical equipment safely
• Administer injections and skin tests
• Administer medications topically, sublingually, and orally
• Measure vital signs
• Conduct waived point of care testing
• Assist and follow provider orders during medical exams and treatments
• Escort patient/youth to exam rooms and maintain patient comfort
• Document symptoms, vitals, and medical history in health records
• Maintain patient confidentiality and infection control practices

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

BLS Certification

Job description

Healthcare Staffing Professionals, Inc. is seeking Certified Medical Assistants for a full-time role at a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA. Candidates must have at least one year of experience and a valid Medical Assistant certificate.

Under supervision, duties include administrative and clinical tasks, patient care, injections, vitals, and basic lab procedures. Work hours are Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, pay rate $25/hour. This is an equal opportunity employer.