Medical Assistant

TEEMA; Town of Stanley (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) for a correctional healthcare setting in Stanley, Wisconsin. You will support physicians and nurses with patient care, vitals, documentation, and routine procedures.

As a reliable team member, you will maintain safety, HIPAA compliance, and accurate medical records while coordinating appointments and supplies in a structured environment.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• 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.

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 experience

Job description

Job Title: Medical Assistant (MA) Location: Stanley, Wisconsin Schedule: Monday through Friday 6AM to 2:30PM

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.