Medication Assistant - Certified or Medical Assistant

Southern Health Partners, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Medication Assistant - Certified for a full-time position at Shelby County Jail, where you'll impact underserved patients by ensuring precise medication administration and patient care. You will work alongside nursing staff, emphasizing accuracy in your responsibilities. Benefits include a comprehensive disability plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement among others.

Benefits

Short and Long Term Disability Options

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement for Continuing Education

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Two Weeks of PTO and 8 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medication Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant required.
• Competence in collecting vital signs is essential.
• Strong understanding of medication administration rights and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with nursing staff for medication setup and administration.
• Ensure accurate and confidential patient documentation.
• Monitor patient vital signs as part of medication processes.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Patient documentation

Education

Certification as a Medication Assistant

Job description

Position: Medication Assistant - Certified or Medical Assistant

Location: Shelby County Jail, Columbiana, AL

Job Id: 13255-7421

# of Openings: 1

Overview: Accuracy and attention to patient detail are paramount for medication administration personnel. This role offers the opportunity to make an impact on an underserved patient population within a safe, secure correctional environment.

Qualifications: We seek a Medication Assistant - Certified to serve a diverse patient group. You will collaborate with nursing staff and providers to ensure accurate medication setup and administration. Candidates should be competent in collecting vital signs, understand the five rights of medication administration, and appreciate the importance of confidential and precise patient documentation.

Position Details:

• Location: Shelby County Jail
• Position: Full-Time MAC Medication Assistant - Certified or Registered Medical Assistant
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Benefits for Full-Time Employees include:

• Short and Long Term Disability Options
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Additional Life Coverage Options for Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Two Weeks of PTO and 8 Paid Holidays (First Year of Employment)
• Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
• 401K Retirement Plan Eligibility after 1 year and 1,000 work hours
• EAP Services
• Discounts on Fitness, Travel, and Education through MEP
• Tuition Reimbursement for Continuing Education
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Bereavement and Jury Duty Paid Leave
• Medical, Parental, and Military Unpaid Leave

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants are subject to drug screening and security clearance by the facility where work is performed.