- Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program located in a State, the District of
- One year of experience as a medical assistant in a clinical setting (preferred, not required).
- Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not
- Active, unrestricted certification as a Medical Assistant.
- Must have and maintain one of the following certifications: Basic Life Support for health
- Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Cultural competence to be able to serve a diverse patient population.
- Integrity and honesty.
- High degree of independence, initiative, and follow-through on sensitive and complex issues.
- Ability and proficiency to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment.
- Ability to utilize telephone, video and in-person interpreter services to complete assigned
- Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements.
- Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary
- Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records,
- Moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word,
- Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient
- Provides direct care to patients throughout the lifespan in adherence to the defined Scope of
- Completes all required competency assessments successfully and updates annually and/or as
- Performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice and certification.
- Provides patient care under the supervision of licensed health care staff to include the
- Responds to health emergencies as directed by licensed health care staff.
- Asks patient health questions as directed by licensed health care staff.
- Completes required health documentation in the electronic health record.
- Prepares patient and examination room for health evaluation by licensed health care staff.
- Performs tasks for outpatient health care to include:
- Performs required quality assurance testing and manages inventory as required:
- Performs support tasks in the health clinic to ensure cleanliness and of medical equipment
- Performs medication administration and assists with pharmacy tasks.
- Professionally manages clinic telephone calls to include taking messages, transferring
- Performs all record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position.
- Transcribes patient clinical encounter information in the health record for other health staff. 16. Maintains functional proficiency and adheres to required electronic health record processes
- Completes and passes all discipline specific competencies testing, initially and annually.
- Completes all initial, annual and ad hoc training as required/assigned.
- Maintains patient confidentiality, and confidentiality of health records, in compliance with
- Adheres to, and maintains awareness of, IHSC Policies, Procedures, Directives, Operational
- Attends and participates in required staff meetings
- IHSC operates 24/7/365; this position is required to respond during an emergency activation. 2. This full-time position requires availability to work day, evening and night shifts.
- On-call availability is not required for this position.
- The Department of Homeland Security's Personnel Security Unit (PSU) must render an
- A Complete Favorable Fitness Determination must be rendered by PSU upon completion of
- The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking or jogging
- The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as agility
- Must be able to respond to any medical emergency in the facility, via foot, within four
- Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff exiting the building
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Medical Assistant - Alexandria, United States - Jackson Healthcare Government Services
Description
The incumbent supports the delivery of medical care services for detainees held in the custody of ICE at a detention facility through their role as a medical assistant.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Minimum Education:
high school diploma or general educational development (GED) test
diploma.
REQURED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
Certified by one of the following:
a. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical
Assistants (AAMA),
b. Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologists
(AMT),
c. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer
Association (NHA),
d. National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for
Competency Testing (NCCT), or
e. National Registered title of Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by the National
Health Association for Health Professionals
through the American Red Cross or the American Safety and Health Institute.
ATTRIBUTES AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a:
Vital Signs
b. Fingerstick glucose checks
c. Urinalysis, urine pregnancy test, urine drug screening, and other CLIA-waived
tests performed at the facility.
d. Rapid flu and strep testing.
e. Phlebotomy
f. Peak flow test
g. Infant length/weight/head circumference
h. Electrocardiogram
i. Sterile set up and clean up for minor outpatient surgical procedures.
j. Sterilization, packaging, and/or disposal of medical instruments.
k. Management of medical waste as per requirements.
l. Administration of basic first aid.
m. Dressing changes as ordered by licensed health staff.
n. Administration of immunizations
o. Serving as chaperone during patient examinations.
p. Serving as scribe for patient health care encounters.
q. Administration of medications via topical, oral, intra-muscular, intra-dermal, and
nasally as ordered by licensed health staff.
r. Other assigned duties within scope of practice
b. Assists administrative leadership in required supply ordering processes
c. Perform required quality testing on CLIA waived equipment and maintain
appropriate testing logs
and furniture:
a. Attends to safety and hygienic requirements and tasks to ensure a safe and clean
working environment at all times.
b. Attends to required tasks to that equipment, clinic room supplies, inventory, and
logs are clean, functional, and up to date.
c. Record refrigerator temperatures.
signature documenting receipt of items.
b. Administers medication via pill line and documents appropriately in the
medication administration record.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
unaided over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping,stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy patients or equipment.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
This is a contract position and supervisory controls will be set forth by the contract vendor. Technical oversight will be provided by the Government Technical Monitor (GTM).
Overview
Jackson Healthcare Government Services is an innovator in the delivery of healthcare workforce solutions across the nation, leading the way as a comprehensive healthcare professional and support staffing, technology and program management partner to federal, state and municipal government agencies of all types and sizes.
Jackson Healthcare is an EEO/AA Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
