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Certified Medical Assistant

CoreCivic

Leavenworth, KSJob$21.19/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$21.19/hr
Location
Leavenworth, KS
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Certified Medical AssistantValid Driver's License

Job overview

CoreCivic is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant. CoreCivic is seeking Certified Medical Assistants to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves administering medication, monitoring vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting nurses and physicians with procedures and treatments. The incumbent will also perform security checks in confined areas.

Key focus areas include Administer medication to inmates/residents under direct supervision, Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition, and Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, State Certified Medical Assistant, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Administer Medication, Obtain Vital Signs, Monitor Vital Signs, Record Vital Signs, Report Vital Signs, and Prepare Patients For Physical Exams.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Administer MedicationObtain Vital SignsMonitor Vital SignsRecord Vital SignsReport Vital SignsPrepare Patients for Physical ExamsPrepare Patients for ProceduresPrepare Patients for TreatmentsAssist With Physical ExamsAssist With ProceduresAssist With Treatments

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED Certification or Equivalent or GreaterState Certified Medical AssistantValid Driver's LicenseMust Be 21 Years of Age

Full job description

$21.19 / hour

At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Certified Medical Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements

  1. Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.

  2. Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed.

  3. Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.

  4. Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.

  5. Engage in functions in confined areas that include such things as working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.

  • Must be state certified as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or meet the state guidelines for exceptions to certification.

  • A valid driver's license is required.

  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

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