Medical Assistant - Full-Time Nights-Intake

CorrectHealth, LLC; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CorrectHealth, LLC is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time night shift in Gretna, LA. This on-site role supports clinical care for inmates within a correctional facility, working with a multidisciplinary team including law enforcement and health professionals.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and a Medical Assistant certificate or diploma; EMT, CNA, PCT, or active enrollment in nursing school are also acceptable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• American Heart Association BLS required.
• Medical Assistant certificate or diploma, EMT, CNA, PCT, or active enrollment in a nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Participates in clinical patient care with health care team and law enforcement.
• Works under supervision of Paramedic, LPN, RN, HSA/HSC, Midlevel Provider or Physician.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certificate or diploma

American Heart Association BLS

EMT certification

CNA certification

PCT or nursing enrollment

Job description

Medical Assistant - Full-Time Nights-Intake

Job Category: Clinical Support

Requisition Number: MEDIC002910

• Posted : October 27, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Jefferson Parish Correctional Center
Gretna, LA 70053, USA

Description

CorrectHealth currently has an exciting full-time night shift opportunity to join our growing team as a Medical Assistant in Gretna, LA!

CorrectHealth is a multi-disciplinary medical organization that provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare inside the walls of correctional facilities. The foundation of our company was established by a group of talented ER professionals. Brick by brick, we have been building our company from the ground up. In doing so, we have developed the right way - the "Correct Way" as we like to call it - of providing correctional healthcare.

Currently, CorrectHealth provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare services inside the walls of more than 40 correctional facilities throughout Georgia and Louisiana.

Job Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent. American Heart Association BLS. Medical Assistant certificate or diploma, military documentation from an approved program or have current EMT certification, CNA certification, PCT or proof of active enrollment in an approved school of nursing.

Job Summary: Participates in the clinical aspect of the patient care with all members of the health care team and law enforcement. Performs duties under the supervision of a Paramedic, LPN, RN, HSA/HSC, Midlevel Provider and / or Physician in accordance with the rules and regulations of the state of employment. Possesses knowledge and ability to provide care to the Inmate population as well as respond to needs within the correctional environment. Maintains a professional attitude at all times.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant

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