Medical Assistants - Jail Setting - Phoenix, AZ

18.50 Day- $19.00 Night

Medical Assistant/Correctional Health Technician (MA/CHT) – Must commit to 3x12 hour shifts weekly for a minimum of 13 weeks. 1 NIGHT & 2 DAY OPENINGS

Supporting Documentation/Additional Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Copy of certificate of completion from a MA accredited Health Care Training Program, as detailed in Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 32-1456 (D), or exceptions as listed in R4-16-401 (B).
• Copy of current, completed fit testing for N95 particulate respirators.
• Copy of current, completed First Aid Certification.
• Minimum one year of past work experience in this position.

Service Description: Performs duties within the MA scope of practice to ensure quality patient care, under the direct supervision of medical or nursing personnel. Completes required documentation in the electronic health record or other modality. Prepares patients for examination and treatment, takes patient histories, vital signs, and records chief complaints. Performs office procedures, tests, and examinations. Maintains adequate supplies for exam/procedure rooms. Transcribes provider orders, schedules return appointments. Administers injections, immunizations, and skin TB test per protocol. Performs venipunctures and lab tests. Conducts office duties including copying, filing, scanning, scheduling, and document preparation. Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills to create documents, spreadsheets, emails, and calendar tasks utilizing Microsoft Office software.

Salary : $19