Correctional Clinical Assoc (CCA) - Estelle Unit
About The Position
Correctional Managed Care addresses the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). The Correctional Clinical Associate provides diversified administrative, clerical, and technical assistance within a correctional healthcare facility through electronic information systems management, medical records processing, or materials inventory and procurement activities. Duties depend on the needs of the assigned area and may include administrative support, medical record management, materials management, and medically delegated tasks performed under RN supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- One year of related experience in administrative support, medical, business, or an applicable related field.
- Security clearance is required.
- Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Responsibilities
- Operate personal computers to enter and assimilate data, generate reports, draft routine correspondence, and develop administrative analyses.
- Perform facility administrative support tasks such as filing, mail functions, faxing, and typing correspondence.
- Carry out complex administrative support duties requiring independent judgment under general direction and supervision.
- Operate data-entry systems for entry, tracking, and reporting.
- Retrieve medical record charts and maintain a tracking system for facility records.
- Review medical records for completeness and accuracy, and file records and forms after use.
- Maintain internal and external logs to ensure compliance with policies and standard operating procedures.
- Receive, store, distribute, and inventory materials, including narcotic-based medicines and medical supplies.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels and stock records in a facility storeroom or warehouse.
- Fill requisitions, work orders, and supply requests; return expired or unused supplies to vendors for credit.
- Maintain facility equipment and execute work orders as necessary.
- Perform tasks delegated by physicians and supervised by RN staff.
- Demonstrate competency in basic clinic tasks outlined in the approved Competency Based Orientation Tool.
- Adhere to the department’s internal controls and reporting structure.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
