The Medical Assistant / Correctional Health Tech provides basic clinical and administrative support services within a correctional healthcare environment. This role assists licensed nursing staff and providers in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care to inmates/residents while maintaining security procedures and facility policies..
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist nurses and medical providers with daily clinical operations
- Obtain and record vital signs, height, weight, and medical histories
- Prepare patients for examinations and treatments
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, EKGs, and basic lab procedures as permitted
- Administer medications and treatments as directed and allowed by state regulations
- Document patient information accurately in electronic medical records (EMR)
- Schedule appointments, process medical requests, and maintain medical files
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies within the facility
- Observe and report changes in inmate/resident conditions to licensed staff
- Maintain infection control and safety standards
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, correctional policies, and healthcare regulations
- Work collaboratively with custody staff while maintaining professional boundaries
- Assist with intake screenings, chronic care clinics, and discharge processes
- Maintain inventory and stock of medical supplies
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Completion of Medical Assistant program
- Current Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent)
- CPR/BLS certification required
- Previous correctional healthcare, urgent care, or clinical experience preferred
- Ability to work in a secure and fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
Company Description
About JayKay Medical Staffing:
Jaykay Medical Staffing has successfully been providing talent recruitment for more than 18 years, with our recruiters bringing more than 25 years of experience, specializing in the placement of healthcare professionals for clients in all 50 states. Here at Jaykay Medical Staffing we pride ourselves in being the visionary leaders of the Health Care Staffing world. We seek the most gifted candidates in the healthcare field with our primary focus on helping them find their dream job. Whether that describes you or the employee you are looking for, we are here to meet all of your staffing needs.