PT Medical Assistant

LED FastStart•Houma, LA

About The Position

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government’s Medical Assistant supports the healthcare needs of residents at the Terrebonne Parish Juvenile Justice Complex. The role participates in daily sick calls, administers treatments, ensures medications are properly dispensed and counted, maintains sanitary conditions, and follows applicable health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and a strong desire to work with at-risk youth in a secure facility. The position also involves maintaining medical records and supplies, coordinating care and appointments, conducting routine reviews and equipment checks, supporting administrative functions, and completing required training. The Medical Assistant performs duties with integrity and professionalism and may be assigned additional tasks by the Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certification.
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the State of Louisiana, or a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) license from the State of Louisiana.
Pass a Louisiana State Police criminal background check and an abuse/neglect background check.
Demonstrated accountability and initiative in coordinating resident care, supporting team operations, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols.
Ability to prioritize daily, weekly, and long-term responsibilities and deliver healthcare services and administrative tasks on time.
Ability to assess medical data, resident charts, and health trends to support diagnoses, treatment planning, and risk classification.
Clear, professional communication with residents, staff, supervisors, and external medical agencies.
Strong organizational skills in managing medical records, supply inventories, and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
Proficiency with medical equipment, software systems, and diagnostic tools, while following safety and sanitation protocols.
Professionalism, compassion, and a desire to work with at-risk youth in a secure facility.

Responsibilities

Participate in daily resident sick calls, administer treatments, and coordinate consultations and referrals as needed.
Assist in developing and executing daily medical triage plans.
Dispense medications according to established protocols and accurately document medication administration.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe medical environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Review medical charts for residents receiving routine care, emergency treatment, or external referrals.
Monitor and respond to medical requests submitted by residents.
Coordinate resident movement with facility leadership for in-house and external medical appointments.
Ensure thorough and accurate documentation of medical records and resident health interactions.
Maintain adequate inventory levels of medications and medical supplies.
Prepare and submit staffing forms and supply requests weekly.
Conduct monthly reviews of intake documentation, urine drug screens, accident and injury reports, and emergency room visit records.
Conduct quarterly checks of medical equipment, including AEDs, and analyze resident health statistics.
Purge inactive medical files annually, participate in mandatory training, and review departmental policy updates.
Identify residents requiring medical risk classification and recommend appropriate housing accommodations.
Support administrative functions as directed by the Medical Director, Registered Nurse, and Facility Director.
Create diet and nutrition plans for residents as needed.
Assist with special projects and maintain communication with external medical agencies and support services.
Follow safe work practices, including proper use of medical equipment, medication labeling and administration, and compliant disposal of medical waste and contaminants.
Participate in quarterly one-on-one meetings with the Supervisor.
Complete required annual trainings, including ethics, harassment prevention, diversity, and cybersecurity training.
Perform duties with integrity, professionalism, and in good faith, protecting the interests, reputation, and assets of the Parish government.
Perform additional tasks as required by the Supervisor.