Medical Assistant
Job Title: Medical Assistant – Correctional Facility (Contract)Location: Philadelphia Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks) Shift: Evening Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM Schedule: 40 hours/week (Rotational weekends/holidays as required)Pay Rate: $20/hrJob Summary:We are seeking a dependable and experienced Medical Assistant to join a healthcare team within a correctional facility setting. This role involves providing essential clinical and administrative support to ensure high-quality patient care for an underserved population. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a secure environment.Key Responsibilities:Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient examinations and treatmentsRecord vital signs, medical histories, and patient information accuratelyAdminister basic clinical procedures (e.g., wound care, EKGs, specimen collection)Prepare and maintain examination rooms and medical equipmentSupport medication administration under supervisionMaintain accurate and confidential medical records in EMR systemsRespond to medical emergencies following established protocolsEnsure compliance with facility policies, infection control, and safety standardsCoordinate with correctional officers to ensure safe patient movement and care deliveryRequired Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED requiredCompletion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferredMinimum 1 year of recent Medical Assistant experience (correctional or acute care preferred)Active BLS (Basic Life Support) certificationKnowledge of medical terminology and clinical proceduresExperience with EMR systemsPreferred Qualifications:Prior experience in correctional healthcare, urgent care, or emergency settingsStrong ability to work in a fast-paced, high-security environmentExcellent communication and teamwork skillsWork Environment:Secure correctional/jail facilityRequires adherence to strict safety and security protocolsMust be comfortable working with incarcerated individualsCollaboration with multidisciplinary teams including custody staffWhy Apply?Competitive weekly payConsistent evening scheduleOpportunity to gain unique experience in correctional healthcareQuick hiring processMedical Assistant, Correctional Healthcare, Jail Medical Assistant, Clinical Support, Patient Care, EMR, Vital Signs, Phlebotomy, EKG, Evening Shift, Contract Healthcare Jobs, Philadelphia Healthcare Jobs