Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care in Secure Setting

CoreCivic; Appleton (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves administering medications to inmates under supervision of the Health Services Administrator, recording vital signs and patient conditions, and preparing patients for exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, procedures and treatments, and participating in security-related tasks as required by the facility.

Qualifications

• Medication administration experience in clinical or institutional settings.
• Ability to obtain, monitor and report vital signs.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist with procedures.
• Demonstrate reliable patient care and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to inmates/residents under supervision.
• Obtain, monitor, report vital signs and patient conditions.
• Prepare patients for exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse/physician with exams and treatments.
• Perform security-related checks as required by facility policies.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Clinical procedures

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

High school diploma

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves administering medications to inmates under supervision of the Health Services Administrator, recording vital signs and patient conditions, and preparing patients for exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, procedures and treatments, and participating in security-related tasks as required by the facility.