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Core Civic
Certified Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$40,178 / year median in Oklahoma
+13% projected growth
Job Description
$21.00 / hour At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Certified Medical Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator. Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed. Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments. Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments. Engage in functions in confined areas that include such things as working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.