Correctional Clinical Assoc (CCA) - Estelle Unit
About The Position
Correctional Managed Care’s mission is to address healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. The Correctional Clinical Associate provides diversified administrative, clerical, and technical assistance within a correctional healthcare facility. Depending on the needs of the assigned area, work may involve electronic information systems management, medical records processing, materials inventory and procurement, or medically delegated tasks. The position may be responsible for administrative support and data entry; retrieving, tracking, reviewing, and maintaining medical records; receiving, storing, distributing, and inventorying materials and medical supplies; and performing basic clinic-type tasks delegated by physicians and supervised by registered nurse staff. Work is performed within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required.
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 computers and data-entry systems to enter, assimilate, track, and report data; generate reports; draft routine correspondence; and develop administrative analyses.
- Perform facility administrative support, including filing, mail functions, faxing, and typing correspondence.
- Carry out complex administrative support duties using independent judgment under general direction and supervision.
- Retrieve and track medical record charts and maintain the tracking system.
- Review medical records for completeness and accuracy, and file records and forms after use.
- Maintain internal and external logs to support compliance with policy and standard operating procedures.
- Receive, store, distribute, and inventory materials, including medicines and medical supplies.
- Maintain inventory levels and stock records in a facility supply 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 physician-delegated tasks under RN supervision and demonstrate competency in basic clinic tasks outlined in the approved Competency Based Orientation Tool.
- Follow the department’s established 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
