Clinical Medical Assistant - Juvenile Justice Health

University System of Georgia; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a DJJ Certified Medical Assistant for the DeKalb County facility in Decatur, GA. The role combines clinical support and administrative duties within a facility-based healthcare team.

Responsibilities include patient triage, vital signs, specimen processing, medication administration, and EMR documentation. Prior correctional clinical experience and bilingual ability are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with two years of experience and one of the listed credentials.
• AAMA, CCMA, MedCa, NCMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triages patients by taking vital signs and recording complaints.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures as needed.
• Process lab requests including venipuncture and perform routine screening tests.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document times and amounts.
• Enter clinical data into the EMR and maintain accurate documentation.
• Assist with clerical duties and scheduling.

Skills

Confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma

AAMA

CCMA

MedCa

NCMA

RMA

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a DJJ Certified Medical Assistant for the DeKalb County facility in Decatur, GA. The role combines clinical support and administrative duties within a facility-based healthcare team.

Responsibilities include patient triage, vital signs, specimen processing, medication administration, and EMR documentation. Prior correctional clinical experience and bilingual ability are a plus.