Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Notional

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*Position contingent upon successful contract award.

Location

TBD

Clearance Level

T2 - Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)

Primary Function

A certified medical assistant (CMA) is a healthcare professional who performs both administrative and clinical tasks in a medical setting, such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and scheduling appointments. They achieve their certification by completing an accredited training program and passing a national certification exam. This certification demonstrates a high level of knowledge and competence in the medical field, often leading to more diverse career opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides medical services at the scope and level of a Certified Medical Assistant to preserve the health of employees and client personnel.
• Systematically assesses the urgent or emergent health needs of patients, analyzes data, and formulates a plan of care, with other members of the medical team, which is realistic in relation to the employee's capabilities and job requirements.
• Recognizes and treats illnesses and injuries according to established operating instructions within the scope of licensing and regulations of state employment or practice.
• Records and maintains patient information in accordance with standard protocols, and the Privacy Act.
• Identifies and records the signs and symptoms of physical and mental conditions.
• Thoroughly exercise skill in initiative, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making daily.
• Make independent judgments and prioritizes workload.
• Pursues professional development activities and continuing education to ensure currency with present practices and trends in healthcare and specifically in the practice of emergency medical treatment.
• Protects patients' privacy through confidentiality, infection control procedures, assuring consistent medication administration, and assuring proper storage and maintenance procedures for all equipment and supplies.
• Other duties and projects assigned.

Job Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited CMA program.
• Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification and the ability to be favorably credentialed.
• 2 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• CPR or BLS certification.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, Resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma.
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized, and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and common office equipment, as well as with MS Office products required.
• Must be able to perform duties in a stressful and high paced environment without physical limitations.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
• DHS or ICE detention center experience.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs.
• Visual acuity required to complete paperwork and computer work.
• Work is performed in a secure detention facility.
• May require evening, weekend, or on-call hours.
• Exposure to emotionally challenging situations.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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