Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant – Federal Correctional Complex Hazelton

Location: Bruceton Mills, West Virginia
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week
Work Location: Onsite at FCC Hazelton

Position Overview

Cetechs is seeking qualified Certified/Registered Medical Assistants to provide healthcare support services at the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Hazelton in Bruceton Mills, West Virginia.

The Medical Assistant will work within the facility's Health Services departments and provide direct clinical and administrative support to physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals serving the patient population.

This is an onsite position within a federal correctional healthcare environment.

Schedule

Employees will normally work up to 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

Schedules will generally consist of either:

• Five 8-hour workdays, or

• Four 10-hour workdays

Normal working hours will fall between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Exact schedules may be adjusted based on facility needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will:

• Assist physicians, nurses, mid-level providers, and other healthcare professionals with patient examinations and treatment.

• Obtain and document patient vital signs, weights, and medical histories.

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.

• Perform blood draws and venipuncture.

• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.

• Administer medications as directed by authorized healthcare providers and within scope of practice.

• Participate in directly observed medication administration/pill-line activities.

• Perform point-of-care testing, including blood glucose and urinalysis.

• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) and peak-flow measurements.

• Apply and change sterile dressings and wound packing.

• Assist with suture and staple application/removal.

• Apply orthopedic splints as prescribed.

• Assist providers with minor surgical procedures, including biopsies, laceration repairs, and minor excisions.

• Follow established infection-control policies and procedures.

• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment.

• Assist with patient flow and clinic operations.

• Enter, scan, and maintain appropriate clinical information in electronic medical record systems.

• Maintain appropriate levels of medical supplies and notify designated personnel when supplies require replenishment.

• Assist with medical record audits and reviews.

• Perform related clerical and healthcare support duties.

• Follow all Federal Bureau of Prisons Health Services policies, procedures, security requirements, and clinical practice guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

• Possess a current Medical Assistant certification or registration from an accredited program or recognized credentialing organization.

Acceptable credentials may include:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

• Other equivalent qualifying Medical Assistant certification/registration

• Possess current, active, full, and unrestricted certification/licensure or registration required to practice as a Medical Assistant in the State of West Virginia.

• Possess current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

• Be able to provide documentation supporting education, training, licenses, registrations, and professional certifications.

• Successfully complete all required Federal Bureau of Prisons security, background, suitability, and credentialing requirements.

• Be able to work onsite in a federal correctional environment.

• Be able to perform work requiring walking, bending, and prolonged periods of standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience in a correctional facility, detention facility, or similar institutional healthcare environment.

• Additional healthcare certifications or professional education.

• Experience performing venipuncture, EKGs, point-of-care testing, medication administration, and minor clinical procedures.

• Experience working with electronic medical record systems.

Security Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable federal security and suitability requirements, which may include fingerprinting, background investigation, employment verification, criminal history checks, credit review, and other screening required for access to a Federal Bureau of Prisons facility.

Candidates must maintain professional conduct and comply with all institutional security requirements while working within the correctional facility.

Work Environment

Services are provided within the Health Services departments of FCC Hazelton. Employees may work within various areas of the complex and will have regular interaction with the inmate patient population.

Professional attire or appropriate medical scrubs are required. Facility-specific clothing and security requirements must be followed at all times.