Certified Medical Assistant -Float West Region

VitalCore Health Strategies; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; 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

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for telehealth in the West Region of Michigan. The role requires travel to support telehealth in state facilities and collaboration with nursing staff to deliver clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include administering medications, coordinating with nurses, and ensuring compliance with infection control and safety procedures. A CMA certification and high school diploma are required.

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

• 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 storage area ensuring all stock medications are rotated and not expired.
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care and observe changes in condition.
• Notify pharmacy of incarcerated individuals transfers or release.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control procedures.
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Respond to emergency call signals and report to nursing team for guidance.
• Attend training and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR proficiency

Travel required

Patient care

Medication administration

Administrative tasks

Education

High School Diploma

CMA 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 a Full-Time Float CMA for telehealth in the West Region of Michigan!

View our opportunities at:https://vitalcorehs.com/careers

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 West Region 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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