Medical Assistant - Correctional Facility

To aid nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, or other health care professionals in the Scott County Jail by performing designated activities and duties relating to treatment and general health status which require specialized knowledge and skills including to take and process diagnostic tests.

Assist physician and/or nursing staff with medical examinations, minor surgery, bandaging and irrigations.

Prepares carts to administer and/or distribute medications as directed by a physician or other qualified health care staff.

Instruct patients on proper use of medications and other related information.

Provide information concerning health care education, services, and resources.

Collect, prepare, and perform designated laboratory tests, such as, but not limited to, blood tests, urinalysis, and pregnancy tests as ordered.

Perform routine health screening tasks, including but not limited to blood pressure, height, weight, vision, and hearing tests.

Perform Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST), venipuncture, electrocardiograms, administer injections and assist with hematological functions.

Assist in mass screening, immunization programs, and community prevention efforts.

Interview patients to obtain health histories and information on general health status.

Assist in the maintenance and preparation of examination rooms and medical equipment.

Prepare patients for examination(s) and/or laboratory test(s).

Assist with clerical duties such as, but not limited to:

a. filing

b. data entry

c. appointment scheduling

d. recording in patient's charts

e. handling phone calls

f. providing basic clinic information over the phone

g. completing medical records and insurance forms and releases of information (ROI's).

Verifying prescription medications.

Performs inventory of the over-the-counter medications, medcarts, and supplies.

Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.

Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

High school graduation or equivalent; plus, graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR Paramedic. The incumbent shall provide a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Certification (CMA) or registration (RMA) status preferred - information must be listed under Certificates and Licenses area of application.

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be invited to participate in additional assessments. Final selection will include: a background check, physical exam, drug testing, and approval by the County Board.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Scott County Employee Relations department at 952-496-8103 and reference the posting title and number.

If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: Hiring Process | Scott County, MN (scottcountymn.gov)