Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

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Benefits

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

About the Role

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a pivotal healthcare professional who provides essential support to medical staff and delivers exceptional patient care. The primary responsibilities of the CMA include assisting physicians and nurses in a clinical setting, managing patient information, and performing various clinical and administrative tasks. This role requires a combination of medical knowledge, patient interaction skills, and administrative expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities

• Will be required to work within a correctional facility.
• Administer medications and record daily medication to patients in state-approved facilities and completing other delegated nursing tasks allowed by state law.
• Order stock medication on an as-needed basis, not to exceed established maximum inventory levels.
• Reconcile daily medications received from pharmacy against faxed order form.
• Distribute ordered medications to their appropriate storage area ensuring all stock medications are rotated, and all outdated medications are returned to the pharmacy.
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care.
• Observe patients and document changes in their condition.
• Notify pharmacy of incarcerated individuals transfers or release.
• Seek guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
• Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect health and that of others.
• Adhere to Universal Precaution procedures and established Infection Control procedures.
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Respond to emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify needs and report back to the nursing/HCP team for guidance.
• Proficient with CPR and recognizes need to implement. Receive re-certification training annually.
• Assist in cleaning, sterilizing, and securing of equipment. Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned.
• Attend training and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or relevant qualification.
• A minimum one (1) year experience in emergency or correctional service.
• Must be a certified medical assistant and have completed a medical assistant training program.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential through AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) or similar recognized organization.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace.