Description

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role of a Certified Medical Assistant (MA) within the Health Services Division. This position is located at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) in Monroe, WA. The Monroe Correctional Complex has a male population of 2500, all-custody level located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. The facility has numerous sub facilities within its complex spanning in different degrees of illness and care requirements for each patient.

Correctional Health Care is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing within a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within each of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible. Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.

Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all offenders can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

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If you’ve read this far, it is clear you have a desire to make a difference in public service. A completed application packet will include:

• A detailed resume.
• A cover letter regarding your interest and outlining your qualifications.
• Three professional references.

Duties

• Observe, document in the medical record, and report to practitioner or Registered Nurse:
  • Patient history and relevant data
  • Current Health Status (physical and emotional)
  • Situation of patient, family, groups, and/or communities by interview, observation, and inspection.

• Recognize and report abnormal vitals and labs
• Carry out licensed practitioners’ written, verbal, and telephone orders in a timely manner.
• Monitor patient’s condition following procedures; recognize and report emergent/urgent problems or symptomology of common medical illness to the licensed practitioner or Registered Nurse
• Respond to emergencies within a facility by providing emergency medical care, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Other tasks as directed by the Physician, ARNP, or Physician’s Assistant, that fall under the legal scope of practice of a Medial Assistant-Certified.

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  Attend briefing from off-going staff upon arrival on shift for pertinent clinical information, including patients’ current health status, urgent diagnostic reports, observation rooms, staffing concerns, etc. brief on-coming clinical staff as appropriate before departing from duty
• Monitor patient flow in the outpatient clinic to assure timeliness of care and efficient clinical operations.
• Ensure exam room is prepared for each patient, including medical records, instruments, etc. to expedite patient flow and support practitioner, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with Patient Services Representatives to ensure patient scheduling, rescheduling, check-in, or no show in documents appropriately

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  Legibly document subjective and objective clinical findings and the actions taken to deliver health care
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
• Effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and via computer or other electronic media with other health care personnel, custody, and other institutional personnel.

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of a Medical Assistant-Certified program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA).
• Experience working as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support and Basic First Aid.
• Initial and unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Ability to work competently in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn job-specific DOC programs needed to perform work assignments.
• IV Certification/Phlebotomy
• Familiarity with front and back office clinical operations.
• Experience actively participating in the quality improvement process for any business, including brainstorming, proposing improvement plans, or measuring success.

Supplemental Information

COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement
Employees of the WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. You may request an accommodation if you are unable to meet this requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and human corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

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  Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the -level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a Union Shop.
• This position requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.

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.
• Respectfully 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 traditions.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email ldelong@doc1.wa.gov or call us at (425) 760-4485

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