Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Full Time Days

Naphcare, Inc. • Hillsboro, OR

5d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to work at the Washington County Jail in Hillsboro, Oregon. The role works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence in a controlled environment where security is a top priority. The position includes clinical and administrative duties and serves a patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive training in correctional healthcare.

Requirements

• CMA certification through completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR certification if required; AHA certification is required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Integrity and professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and interview them about current health problems and medication history.
• Take and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, weight, PPDs, and EKGs, and perform basic laboratory tests.
• Perform staggered intermittent safety checks.
• Administer medication under the direction of a physician.
• Provide basic wound care, perform routine blood draws, and carry out routine clinical tasks.
• Assist patients with hygiene, ambulation, and dressing changes.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Provide basic patient education and instructions.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.
• Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies.
• Answer phones, emails, and other forms of communication.

Benefits

• Health insurance that starts day one.
• Dental insurance that starts day one.
• Vision insurance that starts day one.
• Prescription coverage at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.
• Career advancement support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED