Medical Assistant (MA)

Description:

PrimeCare Medical Inc. is looking for enthusiastic and hard-working Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) to work per diem in the medical department at Garrett County Detention Center located in Oakland, MD. The ideal Medical Assistant should be upbeat and maintain a pleasant working attitude when dealing with staff and patients.

Position Available: Per Diem Days or Nights (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM)

Job Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for a variety of daily tasks and duties including performing the initial intake screening on new receptions, taking vital signs, and completing all appropriate intake forms per written protocol. In addition, the Medical Assistant will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas for the facility.

Other responsibilities of the Medical Assistant will include:

- Phoning verification of medications and medical information.

- Obtaining lab specimens as ordered by the physician (to include Venipunctures).

- Performing various treatments ordered by a Physician.

- Maintaining medication records.

- Administering tuberculin skin testing on new intakes and on annual follow-ups due on all inmates/patients.

- Typing of various reports, letters, and memoranda.

- Answering telephone and process calls.

- Maintaining filing system and confidentiality of information at all times.

- Following universal precautions at all times.

- Maintaining a pleasant working attitude.

- Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated

This position provides a 2 week orientation period where you will be training on the job and shadowing with the nursing staff.

Benefits:

PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a Tuition Assistance Program.

Requirements:

The Medical Assistant is a fast-paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Medical Assistant must also bring some clerical experience and ability to type to the position in order to be considered. Other requirements for the Clerical Medical Assistant include:

Currently, hold a Medical Assistant Certification
Effective communication skills
Pleasant telephone manner
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Working knowledge of office equipment and medical equipment
Working knowledge of medical terminology

Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare!