Medical Assistant (MA)

TEEMA Group; New Lisbon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group seeks a Medical Assistant (MA) to join a correctional facility, delivering clinical and administrative support under nursing supervision. You will assist providers, take vitals, perform point-of-care testing, manage records, and support care coordination in a structured, security-conscious setting.

The role requires CMA/RMA certification, BLS, 1+ year MA experience, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with on-site 40-hour weeks in a full-time contract.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an ACCREDITED Medical Assistant program.
• Current CMA or RMA certification per state requirements.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of one year of active MA experience.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures.
• Take and document vitals, histories, and intake information.
• Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Administer routine medications as allowed by policy.
• Maintain accurate health records in EHR/EMR.
• Coordinate patient appointments and care as directed.

Skills

EMR/EHR software

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA or RMA 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: Shift: M-F 6am - 2:30pm, 40 hours/wk or Shift: M-F 8am - 4:30pm, 40 hours/wk