Medical Assistant (Correctional Health Services) na Akicita Federal, LLC
Akicita Federal, LLC · Tallahassee, Estados Unidos Da América · On-site
- Escritório em Tallahassee
Location:
Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) / Federal Detention Center (FDC) Tallahassee
501 Capital Circle NE, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Schedule:
Full-time, up to 40 hours per week
Monday–Friday
Typical shifts: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
(30-minute unpaid lunch)
Position Overview
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support services within the Health Services Units at FCI/FDC Tallahassee. This role supports physicians, mid-level practitioners, and nursing staff in delivering routine and urgent medical care in a secure correctional healthcare environment. The Medical Assistant must work independently, follow established clinical protocols, and maintain strict adherence to security and privacy requirements.
Key Responsibilities
-Obtain and document patient medical histories and vital signs
-Schedule appointments and maintain daily sick-call lists
-Assist physicians and mid-level providers during examinations and minor procedures
-Perform venipuncture and collect laboratory specimens, including urinalysis
-Operate EKG machines and other clinical or laboratory equipment
-Provide basic first aid, preventive care, and patient education
-Triage sick-call complaints and refer to nursing or provider staff as appropriate
-Assist in urgent care settings when needed
-Maintain exam room supplies and ensure infection control standards are followed
-Conduct screening eye exams
-Observe and report significant mental health or mood changes
-Accurately document all patient encounters in medical records
-Maintain professional conduct and situational awareness in a correctional setting
-Perform other related duties as assigned by Health Services leadership
Required Qualifications
-Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
-Active Medical Assistant license in the State of Florida
-Minimum of two (2) years documented experience as a Medical Assistant
-CPR/AED certification (American Heart Association – Basic Life Support)
-Ability to perform duties independently without technical supervision
-Ability to work effectively with a diverse adult population
Security & Compliance Requirements
-Must successfully complete a federal background investigation
-Must pass drug screening
-Must attend required institution orientation and security training
-Must comply with all institutional security, privacy, and conduct regulations
-Must maintain professional boundaries and follow inmate interaction protocols
Work Environment & Attire
-On-site clinical setting within a federal correctional institution
-Professional attire required; approved uniforms include scrubs or cargo pants with polo shirt
-Medical supplies and equipment are provided by the Government
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