Medical Assistant (MA)

TEEMA; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) for a correctional facility to provide clinical and administrative support under supervisory staff. The role covers intake screenings, vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and medical record documentation in a structured environment.

Schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm; on-site position with strong emphasis on patient safety, HIPAA, and infection control.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, health histories, and intake information.
• Perform laboratory specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Safely administer routine medications and treatments as permitted by policy.
• Respond to emergencies and support the healthcare team as needed.
• Maintain infection control and sanitize examination areas according to guidelines.
• Monitor inventory and restock medical supplies and equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records in EHR/EMR systems and coordinate care as directed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Patient care coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

CMA or RMA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Medical Assistant (MA)– Correctional Facility

Role Summary

Are you an organized, detail-oriented Medical Assistant looking to escape irregular clinic hours and step into a stable, purpose-driven role? We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our clinical team within a secure facility. In this vital position, you will provide a balanced blend of clinical and administrative support under the direction of licensed nursing staff and healthcare providers. Operating within a highly structured environment, you will play a key role in intake screenings, point-of-care testing, and chronic care clinics for an underserved patient population. If you are a proactive professional who thrives on clinical variety, values exceptional structural stability, and can maintain strong professional boundaries, we invite you to bring your talent to our team!

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Support & Patient Care

Provider Assistance: Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations, specialized treatments, and clinical procedures.

Vitals & Intake: Obtain and meticulously document patient vital signs, medical histories, and initial health information during intake screenings and chronic care clinics.

Specimen & Testing: Perform accurate laboratory specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical tasks within your professional scope of practice.

Medication Support: Safely administer routine medications and treatments as permitted by state regulations and facility policies.

Emergency Readiness: Respond calmly and appropriately to medical emergencies, assisting the broader healthcare staff during urgent situations.

Area Sanitation: Prepare, organize, and sanitize examination and treatment areas, strictly enforcing infection control and health guidelines.

Supply Chain Stewardship: Monitor, inventory, and stock vital medical supplies, clinical equipment, and pharmaceuticals.

Health Record Management: Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records within electronic and paper health record systems (EHR/EMR).

Care Coordination: Schedule patient appointments and efficiently coordinate healthcare services as directed by nursing leadership.

Security & Boundary Management: Adhere uncompromisedly to all facility safety and security protocols while maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA regulations and establishing firm professional boundaries.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Training: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Credentials: Current Medical Assistant certification or registration (CMA or RMA) as required by state regulations.

Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience Baseline: Minimum of one (1) year of active clinical experience as a Medical Assistant.

Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 pounds, and move quickly throughout the facility to respond to emergency situations.

Desired Qualifications

Specialized Settings: Prior experience working in public health, community clinics, behavioral health, or correctional healthcare environments.

Tech-Savvy: Direct, hands-on experience utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR/EHR) software platforms.

Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of medical terminology, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Location and Work Type

Work Type: Full-Time Contract Position .

Work Setting: On-site, structured correctional facility environment.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm