Corrections Medical Assistant – Inmate Health Support

County of Luna; Deming (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Luna is seeking a healthcare support professional to assist in the Luna County Detention Center Medical Department. You will help nursing staff, perform vitals, administer tests, and support medical operations for inmates. Strong communication and HIPAA compliance are essential.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, record-keeping, lab tasks, and assisting physicians. Eligibility requires active national nursing certification, a valid driver's license, and a background check;

Qualifications

• Active National Certification required from accredited testing program.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate.
• Must pass a criminal background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.
• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred.
• Certified medication pass/medication aide experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes and prepares patients for health care visits, including vitals, blood draws, and electrocardiograms.
• Verifies inmate information and medical history, and completes records with examination, treatment, and test results.
• Maintains examination room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Helps health care providers during examinations.
• Keeps supplies and equipment ready and operational.
• Prepares laboratory specimens and performs basic lab tests on premises.
• Orders/authorizes drug prescriptions and refills as directed.
• Educates inmates by providing medication and diet information and instructions.
• Performs duties delegated by the physician under supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

HIPAA compliance

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Active National Certification

Driver's license

Tools

Lab equipment

Site-specific software

Job description

County of Luna is seeking a healthcare support professional to assist in the Luna County Detention Center Medical Department. You will help nursing staff, perform vitals, administer tests, and support medical operations for inmates. Strong communication and HIPAA compliance are essential.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, record-keeping, lab tasks, and assisting physicians. Eligibility requires active national nursing certification, a valid driver's license, and a background check;