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Medical Assistant

MTC • Quincy, FL • 52min ago

Pay: $20.00/hr.

Location: 6044 Greensboro Highway Quincy, Florida 32351

Work schedule: Full-time

Benefit package includes:

Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty and military leave

Opportunities for job advancement

Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the Gadsden Correctional Facility in Quincy, FL, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Position Summary:

Reports to the nursing supervisor. Will receive instruction and direction from licensed provider staff. Performs technical duties in the field of patient care and participates in the general healthcare of patients by providing assistance for activities permitted in the state of Florida. Assists licensed staff in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, MTC Medical, and Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) directives.

Essential Functions:

Assist in coordinating movement of inmate/patients to and from different areas for medical treatment.

Take and record vital signs and medical history of assigned patients.

Prepare patients for examinations and assist nurse or provider during examination.

Work efficiently to ensure providers have seamless flow of patients, and supplies, charts and equipment are readily available.

Perform basic laboratory tests after verification of competency.

Explain treatment procedures to patients; provide education on condition, treatment or treatment plan.

Properly chart medical care consistent with scope of practice and ensure completeness and accuracy of entries.

Administer oral medications, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections under the directive of a licensed provider. Assist with medication and/or sharps counts when necessary.

Provide assistance to Infirmary patients as instructed, and accurately enter treatment provided in medical record.

Perform complex and technical procedures under nursing supervision, such as: unsterile dressing changes, superficial wound care, performing urine and finger stick glucose tests.

Set up and operate therapeutic equipment; instruct and supervise patients in various therapies.

Conduct peripheral venipuncture (phlebotomy) to collect blood samples, if necessary.

Assist in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable facility environment; obtain and store medical supplies; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.

Ensure supply security, replace facility working stock, maintain the upkeep of facility supply room and medical equipment, and maintain inventory PAR levels.

Practice basic cost containment and utilization management techniques.

Attend scheduled staff meetings; promote communication and flow of relevant information.

Participate in in-service training, continuing education classes, and audit preparation activities.

Perform CPR when necessary. Maintain current certification.

Reliably and repetitively identify inmates by visual means and verification of inmate identification numbers.

Comply with the requirements of applicable regulations, laws, rules, procedures, policies, standards and contractual requirements.

Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.

Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school graduate or GED and one year related experience required. Current Medical Assistant Certification or completion of an accredited medical assistant program from a program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, a national or state medical association or any entity approved by the board. CPR certification required. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must attain and maintain appropriate facility security clearance. Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

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