Clinical Assessment, Criminal Justice, Data Entry, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Injections, Mail Processing, Medical Assistance, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Medication Administration, Medications, Nursing, Patient Care, Record Keeping, Secondary School, Specimen Collection, Testing, Tuition Reimbursement, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Kalamazoo, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago
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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
GENERAL SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to provide essential healthcare support to Kalamazoo County Jail nursing staff in a 24-hour physically secure criminal justice facility. Including medication administration, medical record maintenance, and medical supply management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Jail nursing staff with patient care in accordance with nursing directives.
Collect specimens, obtain vital signs, monitor blood glucose, perform urine testing, and administer injections, venipunctures, treatments, and routine diagnostic procedures.
Operate medical equipment, conduct diagnostic testing, and accurately record results in patient records and required forms.
Identify and report issues that may disrupt continuity of medical services to nursing staff.
Maintain medical equipment and supply inventory, orders medications, and program materials as needed.
Provides clerical support including data entry and tracking inmate correspondence.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
High School diploma or equivalency.
Six months or more of training beyond high school.
One to three years (1 - 3 years) of related work experience. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Required Licenses or Certifications
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) certification or equivalent is required within 6 months of hire.
The County offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision coverage
Employer-funded Defined Benefit retirement plan
Life & Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Overtime as needed
VETERANS are encouraged to apply. Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.