Medical Assistant- Suicide Watch – Muscogee County Jail Position Available In Muscogee, Georgia

Medical Assistant

• Suicide Watch
• Muscogee County Jail FirstClass Healthcare
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Columbus, GA Job Details Estimated:

$38.8K

• $44.

4K a year 14 hours ago Qualifications

OSHA EHR

systems Medical office experience BLS Certification Corrections experience HIPAA Mid-level Corrections facility medical clinic Patient care Organizational skills 1 year Communication skills Certified Medical Assistant Patient observation Time management Full Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Monitors patients on suicide watch through surveillance cameras. Generates hourly reports on the status and activities of monitored patients. Completes detailed reports on any suspicious behavior or incidents. Maintains attention to detail and ensures accurate documentation. Assists with basic clinical tasks, including supporting other designated areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with leadership to ensure continuity and quality of care. Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Knowledge of basic nursing practices, medical assisting skills and standard clinical operating procedures. Knowledge of infection control procedures and OSHA guidelines in a healthcare or correctional setting. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality. Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems. Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols. Ability to assist in minor medical procedures and emergency medical situations. Strong attention to detail, ability to maintain focus during monitoring and timely completion of assigned tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong written, oral communication and organizational skills. Excellent time management skills and strong ability to work within tight timelines, with the ability to balance competing priorities. Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with medical staff, providers, leadership and clients in a knowledgeable and professional manner. Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity. Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited institution One (1) year of related experience in a medical office or correctional healthcare setting Required Certifications and Licenses Currently certified as a Medical Assistant if certification is required by the facility Must have and maintain a current

BLS Certification Special Requirements:

This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical Requirements:

The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time. ADA Disclaimer The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position adequately. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, unless it results in an undue hardship. All requests must be made to the Human Resources Department in writing at . First Class Healthcare Staffing Management, LLC 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. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides continous observation and monitoring of patients on suicide watch, ensuring timely communication of any changes in behavior or condition. This position requires a high level of attentiveness, along with the ability to respond to emergent situations. The CMA will also assist with basic clinical tasks and may be assigned to support other areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with facility leadership. About Us FirstClass Healthcare (FCH) is a physician owned and operated Atlanta-based healthcare organization focused on delivering patient-centered care that specializes in treating patients with compassionate care through operational and clinical excellence. FCH is dedicated to providing exceptional care to a population who are most often in their greatest time of need. Come join our world-class team of professionals to make a difference and be part of our mission, “Delivering Medically-Led Quality Care to People in Jails and Prisons”.