Job description
CERIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
MONTANA STATE PRISON
DEER LODGE, MT
MISSION - - Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.
If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
JOB OVERVIEW – The Infirmary Unit provides inpatient care with 24-hour nursing coverage in a 13-bed unit and provides medical management for 1400+ inmates. Medical management includes: initial screening/assessment, triage and appropriate referral, daily sick call, medication administration, med-surg., psych, urgent/emergent, quality improvement, chronic care program, and infection control.
Medical Assistant has duties and responsibilities related to patient care in the healthcare and security environment. Displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively to others and functions as a member of the healthcare team. Functions under the direct supervision and authority of the provider when performing clinical tasks during patient care. Reports to the nurse manager, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation to the area's policies and procedures. Must demonstrate competency in skills related to the performance of patient care. Demonstrates problem- solving skills as they relate to patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS - Statutory requirements for certified medical assistant found at 37-3-102 and 37-3-104, MCA, ARM 24.156.401 and ARM 24.156.415; 2-year job-related college or vocational training from an accredited medical assistant program.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – Cover Letter, Resume, State of Montana Application
Applications submitted without required materials will not be considered
Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.
BENEFITS - Health, dental, vision & prescription coverage for self or dependents available from date of hire, 15 paid vacation days, 12 sick days & 10-11 paid holidays annually, and membership in Retirement system with state contribution (vesting applies). Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.
Click here for more info: http://statecareers.mt.gov/Portals/103/StatewideBenefitsFlyer.pdf
NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free - Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.
The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation)
Statutory requirements for certified medical assistant found at 37-3-102 and 37-3-104, MCA, ARM 24.156.401 and ARM 24.156.415; 2-year job-related college or vocational training from an accredited medical assistant program.
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