CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

$44,138 - $44,138/Yr

GEO Group - Robstown, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Robstown, TX

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Certified Medical Assistant position at GEO Secure Services involves providing high-quality healthcare to patients in a detention center environment. The role includes a variety of clinical tasks aimed at supporting physicians and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals' lives while working in a supportive and diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling appointments and preparing patients for the physician.
• Interviewing patients to obtain medical information and measuring vital signs, weight, and height.
• Recording patients' medical history and vital statistics in medical records while maintaining confidentiality.
• Preparing and administering medications as directed by the physician.
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens for testing.
• Explaining treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physician instructions to patients.
• Assisting physicians by handing instruments/materials and performing tasks such as giving injections or removing sutures.
• Preparing treatment rooms for patient examinations and maintaining cleanliness.
• Cleaning and sterilizing instruments and disposing of contaminated supplies.
• Providing emotional and physical comfort and safety to patients.
• Respecting the supervisor's work schedule to ensure continuity of care.
• Reacting to patient crises following policy and procedure.
• Observing infection control principles and techniques.
• Keeping supplies, equipment, and working areas in good condition.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Certification from a Medical Assistant program.
• Six months of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Effective communication skills in individual and group settings.
• Basic mathematical skills for calculations and measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Ability to work with a team and implement strategies in work assignments.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using computers and necessary software.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account