DJJ-Certified Medical Assistant – Jail Health (Full-Time)

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 paid days off per year

40 hours/week

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a DJJ Certified Medical Assistant at Clayton RYDC in Hampton, GA. This full-time role combines clinical and administrative duties to support providers.

You will triage patients, record vital signs, and prepare them for exams, while maintaining accurate documentation in the EMR. The position requires a high school diploma with two years of experience and one of several medical assisting certifications; EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with two years of relevant experience and one certification.
• Certification in a medical assisting program (AAMA/CCMA/MedCa/NCMA/RMA) preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.
• Bi-lingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient triage, take vital signs, and prepare patients for exams.
• Document patient interviews, complaints, and procedures in the EMR.
• Assist with administration of medications and rooming patients as needed.
• Process lab requests, perform venipuncture and routine screenings.
• Assist with admin duties: answering phones, scheduling appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure accurate records.

Skills

Confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma plus 2 years experience

AAMA

CCMA

MedCa

NCMA

RMA

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a DJJ Certified Medical Assistant at Clayton RYDC in Hampton, GA. This full-time role combines clinical and administrative duties to support providers.

You will triage patients, record vital signs, and prepare them for exams, while maintaining accurate documentation in the EMR. The position requires a high school diploma with two years of experience and one of several medical assisting certifications; EMR experience is preferred.