Certified Medical Assistant -Float Upper Peninsula

VitalCore Health Strategies; Marquette (MI); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program and Disout

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for telehealth in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This full-time role supports physicians and nurses, manages patient information, administers medications, and handles both clinical and administrative tasks.

Will travel within the Upper Peninsula as needed to support telehealth services. Travel is compensated per the employee handbook.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified medical assistant and have completed a medical assistant training program.
• High school diploma or relevant qualification.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and record daily medication to patients in state-approved facilities and completing other delegated nursing tasks.
• Order stock medication on an as-needed basis, not to exceed established maximum inventory levels.
• Distribute ordered medications to appropriate storage areas and rotate stock as needed.
• Coordinate with nurses to assist with patient care and observe changes in patient condition.
• Notify pharmacy of transfers or releases and respond to emergencies in telehealth settings.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Patient interaction

Administrative expertise

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant training program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care is hiring Full-Time Float CMA for telehealth in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan!

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT BENEFITS PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a pivotal healthcare professional who provides essential support to medical staff and delivers exceptional patient care. The primary responsibilities of the CMA include assisting physicians and nurses in a clinical setting, managing patient information, and performing various clinical and administrative tasks. This role requires a combination of medical knowledge, patient interaction skills, and administrative expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Must be able to travel through the Upper Peninsula as needed to assist with telehealth. Travel will be compensated as per the employee handbook.

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Will be required to work within a correctional facility.
• Administer medications and record daily medication to patients in state- approved facilities and completing other delegated nursing tasks allowed by state law.
• Order stock medication on an as-needed basis, not to exceed established maximum inventory levels.
• Reconcile daily medications received from pharmacy against faxed order form.
• Distribute ordered medications to their appropriate storage area ensuring all stock medications are rotated, and all outdated medications are returned to the pharmacy.
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care. Observe patients and document changes in their condition.
• Notify pharmacy of incarcerated individuals transfers or release.
• Seek guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
• Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect health and that of others.
• Adhere to Universal Precaution procedures and established Infection Control procedures.
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Respond to emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify needs and report back to the nursing/HCP team for guidance.
• Proficient with CPR and recognizes need to implement. Receive re-certification training annually.
• Assist in cleaning, sterilizing, and securing of equipment. Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned.
• Attend training and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or relevant qualification.
• Must be a certified medical assistant and have completed a medical assistant training program.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: CMA, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant

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