Medical Assistant

TEEMA; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA seeks a Medical Assistant (MA) in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, to provide clinical and administrative support in a correctional healthcare setting. You will work under licensed nursing staff to assist in delivering quality patient care while upholding safety, security, and confidentiality standards.

The role requires graduation from an accredited MA program and current MA certification, plus BLS and at least one year of clinical MA experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current MA certification or state registration as required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Minimum one year of clinical MA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Document vital signs, medical histories, and health information.
• Prepare examination and treatment areas, maintain sanitation and infection control.
• Perform specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations.
• Maintain medical records in electronic and/or paper systems.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate services.
• Monitor and stock medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals.
• Assist with intake screenings, health assessments, and chronic care clinics.
• Respond to medical emergencies and assist during emergencies.
• Adhere to correctional facility security procedures and HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, mental health staff, correctional officers, and others.
• Perform other duties to support facility healthcare operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Current Medical Assistant certification or registration

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Minimum one year of clinical MA experience

Job description

Job Title: Medical Assistant (MA)
Location: Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin
Monday through Friday 7AM to 3:30PM

Overview:
The Medical Assistant (MA) provides clinical and administrative support services within a correctional healthcare environment. Working under the direction of licensed nursing staff and healthcare providers, the Medical Assistant assists in delivering quality patient care to an incarcerated population while maintaining safety, security, and confidentiality standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a structured and secure environment.

What you will be doing:

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, medical histories, and health information.
• Prepare examination and treatment areas and ensure proper sanitation and infection control practices.
• Perform specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical procedures within scope of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations and facility policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in electronic and/or paper health record systems.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate healthcare services as directed.
• Monitor and stock medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals.
• Assist with intake screenings, health assessments, and chronic care clinics.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and assist healthcare staff during emergency situations.
• Adhere to all correctional facility security procedures and protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, correctional officers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support facility healthcare operations.

What you must have:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or registration as required by state regulations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant.