Corrections Medical Assistant

Job Description:

Under the supervision of a nurse, the medical assistant provides assistance to medical staff within the scope of their certification. Also provides care to inmates in a correctional setting while observing and maintaining the requirements of security. Hours are 8 am to 8 pm 3/2 shift including weekends and holidays Starting salary is 18.39 per hour- shift diffs available.

Eligibility:

Available to work 12 Hour Shifts
Current Medical Assistant Certification required.
High School or GED required
At least 18 years of age

Special Requirements:

Traverse a flight of stairs

Pick up a 20 pound box with proper lifting techniques

Benefits:

100% of Employee Medical, Life/LTD and Vision insurance paid by the Sheriff's Office. Dental is offered with a portion paid by the Sheriff's Office. Longevity pay, Education Incentive, vacation and sick leave. Pension benefit through the Louisiana Sheriff's Pension and Relief Fund. The Sheriff's Office pays 100% of the employee contribution for you. Optional Deferred Compensation plan with matching option from the Sheriff. Voluntary benefits offered with payroll deduction. Uniforms are provided. Many other benefits available.

Disclaimer:

St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.