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Quality Patient Centered Services LLC

Certified Medical Assistant - ICE Detention Center

7 days ago

Miami

Job Description THE POSITION Quality Patient Centered Services, LLC (QPCS) is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for a full-time position at the Krome Detention Facility first shift. This is a W-2 role with full fringe benefits, including an attractive 401(k) match and paid leave package. We are proudly partnered with InGenesis, an innovative healthcare provider who is as passionate about health care delivery and mutually mission minded as QPCS to support and serve those in need at the I.C.E. Krome Detention Facility. About QPCS Quality Patient Centered Services LLC (QPCS) is a nurse owned company and clinically supported by health professionals that have worked in similar correctional environments that you will support. We understand the job. We know what we are asking you. WE GET IT. WE VALUE WHAT YOU DO. QPCS is a healthcare staffing and consulting firm which has worked exclusively to serve underserved communities for the Federal, State and Local Governments for nearly 13 years. As part of our team you can be a part of something amazing by serving people in need. Isn’t that why we work in health care anyway? We are looking for like-minded, motivated, dedicated, passionate and committed professionals to join our QPCS family. We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: • Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace., • Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds., • Respectively acknowledge people’s differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable., • Promote inclusiveness, • Be culturally sensitive and appropriate Q – Quality: Standards ensuring exceptional patient care and outstanding service. P – Passion: Commit dedicated to surpassing staff and client expectations. C – Community: Teamwork-driven atmosphere to generate diverse opportunities. S – Sustainability: Trustworthy reliable foundation for future growth and development. The Hard Facts As you work with QPCS, you will learn that we are communicative, transparent, and respectful of your time. We are direct and to the point, especially regarding the onboarding process. This is to ensure the expectations are clear so you are as educated and prepared as possible. We recognize your commitment to follow through and are respectful of your time invested to do what it takes to join our team. We welcome you to apply to join our team if the timing is right for you and you are serious about this opportunity. ONBOARDING: • Working at Federal Government facilities requires security clearance., • The Federal security clearance process is cumbersome and requires timely commitment from QPCS and our candidates to ensure we are successfully securing the position for you., • Please only apply if you are serious about this opportunity and ready to start putting in the work with us immediately, from day one, as we team together to make this long-term career goal a reality., • Although you may complete your extensive onboarding timely, there is a significant amount of work to be done to clear each candidate to work at Federal Facilities., • The goal is to have you cleared and working within 30 days from the date of the job offer acceptance. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The incumbent supports the delivery of medical care services for detainees held in the custody of ICE at a detention facility through their role as a medical assistant. Patients served may be adult men and women and children. The incumbent’s scope of practice will delineate the specific clinical duties performed to support the health care mission. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education 1. Minimum Education: high school diploma or general educational development (GED) test diploma., 2. Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. Territory., 3. One year of experience as a medical assistant in a clinical setting (preferred, not required)., 4. Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required). REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION 1. Active, unrestricted certification as a Medical Assistant. Certified by one of the following: a. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), b. Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT), c. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), d. National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or e. National Registered title of Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by the National Health Association for Health Professionals. 2. Must have and maintain one of the following certifications: Basic Life Support for health care providers through the American Heart Association®, CPR for the professional rescuer through the American Red Cross or the American Safety and Health Institute., 3. Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required). REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 1. Ability and proficiency to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures., 2. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment., 3. Ability to utilize telephone, video and in-person interpreter services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language understandable by patients being provided medical care., 4. Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements., 5. Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders., 6. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment., 7. Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications., 8. Moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint., 9. Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII). MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides direct care to patients throughout the lifespan in adherence to the defined Scope of Practice., 2. Completes all required competency assessments successfully and updates annually and/or as requested and attends all required training and completes successfully., 3. Performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice and certification., 4. Provides patient care under the supervision of licensed health care staff to include the registered nurse (RN), nurse practitioners (NP), physician assistant (PA), physician, dentist, psychiatrist, pharmacist, or behavioral health provider (BHP)., 5. Responds to health emergencies as directed by licensed health care staff., 6. Asks patient health questions as directed by licensed health care staff., 7. Completes required health documentation in the electronic health record., 8. Prepares patient and examination room for health evaluation by licensed health care staff., 9. Performs tasks for outpatient health care to include: a. Vital signs b. Fingerstick glucose checks c. Urinalysis, urine pregnancy test, urine drug screening, and other CLIA-waived tests performed at the facility. d. Rapid flu and strep testing. e. Phlebotomy f. Peak flow test g. Infant length/weight/head circumference h. Electrocardiogram i. Sterile set up and clean up for minor outpatient surgical procedures. j. Sterilization, packaging, and/or disposal of medical instruments. k. Management of medical waste as per requirements. l. Administration of basic first aid. m. Dressing changes as ordered by licensed health staff. n. Administration of immunizations o. Serving as chaperone during patient examinations. p. Serving as scribe for patient health care encounters. q. Administration of medications via topical, oral, intra-muscular, intra-dermal, and nasally as ordered by licensed health staff. r. Other assigned duties within scope of practice 10. Performs required quality assurance testing and manages inventory as required: a. Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment b. Assists administrative leadership in required supply ordering processes c. Perform required quality testing on CLIA waived equipment and maintain appropriate testing logs 11. Performs support tasks in the health clinic to ensure cleanliness and of medical equipment and furniture: a. Attends to safety and hygienic requirements and tasks to ensure a safe and clean working environment at all times. b. Attends to required tasks to that equipment, clinic room supplies, inventory, and logs are clean, functional, and up to date. c. Record refrigerator temperatures. 12. Performs medication administration and assists with pharmacy tasks. a. Delivers keep on person medication to patients and obtains appropriate detainee signature documenting receipt of items. b. Administers medication via pill line and documents appropriately in the medication administration record. 13. Professionally manages clinic telephone calls to include taking messages, transferring telephone calls appropriately, and alerting appropriate licensed health staff immediately for calls of an urgent nature., 14. Performs all record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position., 15. Transcribes patient clinical encounter information in the health record for other health staff., 16. Maintains functional proficiency and adheres to required electronic health record processes and procedures for professional and accurate health documentation., 17. Completes and passes all discipline specific competencies testing, initially and annually., 18. Completes all initial, annual and ad hoc training as required/assigned., 19. Maintains patient confidentiality, and confidentiality of health records, in compliance with the Privacy Act and HIPAA regulations in all work activities., 20. Adheres to, and maintains awareness of, IHSC Policies, Procedures, Directives, Operational Memoranda and accreditation standards as prescribed by ICE/IHSC., 21. Attends and participates in required staff meetings HOURS / SCHEDULE 1. IHSC operates 24/7/365; this position is required to respond during an emergency activation., 2. This full-time position requires availability to work day, evening and night shifts. Availability during weekends and holidays is also required., 3. On-call availability is not required for this position. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS • Completion of a criminal history background check and any other clearance as required by the federal government. Benefits: • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insuranceCompany DescriptionQuality Patient Centered Services (QPCS) is a nurse owned company and all internal staff are clinical. We know the job. We know what we are asking of you. WE VALUE WHAT YOU DO. Please come join our QPCS family. QPCS has served the Federal and State Governments for over 9 years and exclusively works with the Military and Pennsylvania State Department of Corrections. Come join our team and be a part of something amazing by serving those who serve us and supporting your fellow nurses during this time of need. We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:  Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace  Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.  Respectively acknowledge people’s differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.  Promote inclusiveness  Be culturally sensitive and appropriate  Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditionsQuality Patient Centered Services (QPCS) is a nurse owned company and all internal staff are clinical. We know the job. We know what we are asking of you. WE VALUE WHAT YOU DO. Please come join our QPCS family. QPCS has served the Federal and State Governments for over 9 years and exclusively works with the Military and Pennsylvania State Department of Corrections. Come join our team and be a part of something amazing by serving those who serve us and supporting your fellow nurses during this time of need.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:\r\n\r\n Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace\r\n Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences \r\n and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.\r\n Respectively acknowledge people’s differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.\r\n Promote inclusiveness\r\n Be culturally sensitive and appropriate\r\n Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions

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