AvaMed Inc. is a leading medical staffing agency specializing in placements throughout all California State Correctional Facilities. We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time assignment to work full time to work in San Diego, CA. Position Overview: Job Title: Medical Assistant Location: San Diego, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Pay Rate: $23/hr (W2/ Traveler) Pay Frequency: Weekly Job Description: Under the licensure of a Physician and Surgeon, or Podiatrist, and under assigned administrative supervision at a correctional Institution/Facility, the Temporary Relief Medical Assistant shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant in accordance with the Institution’s policies and procedures. The Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and clinical duties, which includes procedures as regulated by certification such as, but not limited to, the following: a. Administer basic life support in emergency situations to patient/youth and staff; b. Use medical equipment safely; c. Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and skin tests; d. Administer eye/ear washes; e. Administer prescribed medications topically, sublingually, and orally; f. Administer basic breathing treatments; g. Remove casts, splints, sutures, and other external devices; h. Change simple dressing; i. Collect blood via capillary and venipuncture techniques; j. Collect lab specimens using appropriate collection equipment; label specimens appropriately for evaluation; k. Measure vital signs; I. Administer basic vision tests when indicated; m. Conduct Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-waived point of care testing for the purpose of determining a patient/youth's physical condition; n. Demonstrate the use of healthcare appliances (i.e., canes, crutches, braces); o. Attend to the physical needs of patient/youth in order to ensure comfort; p. Perform therapeutic interventions in order to assist patient/youth in regaining or improve physical/behavior adaptive skills; q. Explain treatment procedures and medical instructions; communicate with patient/youth and staff in order to gather information necessary for completing job duties; provide effective communication to patient/youth with disabilities; r. Identify patient/youth with disabilities in order to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided; s. Care for patents'/youths' personal property in order to ensure safe storage until it is returned; t. Assist and follow provider orders during medical exams and treatments; u. Interview patient/youth to obtain medical information in order to inform provider; prepare patient/youth for medical examinations; escort patient/youth to the exam room from the waiting area with and without the assistance of correctional officers; v. Observe, document and report clinical symptoms and behavior; record medical history; i.e., test results, vitals, in the health record; prepare exam rooms; w. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with medical information; x. Practice universal precautions in order to maintain infection controls; y. Identify and report possible security breaches that could lead to escape; identify and report behavior that may signal an impending incident; and z. Schedule patient/youth; inventory medical clinic and office supplies; and assist staff in the counting, distribution, and accounting for all utensils to prevent their use as weapons.
AvaMed Inc is a trusted Healthcare Staffing Agency, providing skilled professionals to California State Correctional Facilities. We are currently in URGENT need of a Certified Nurse Assistant for a Full-Time 6-month assignment at the correctional facility in Crescent City, CA. Position Details: Job Title: Certified Nurse Assistant Location: Crescent City, CA Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm Pay Rate: $35/hr (Weekly Pay) Employment Status: Traveler/W2 Job Description: Under the direction of the Institution's CEO/CNE or designee, Temporary/Relief CNA shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Services in accordance with Institution/Facility policies and procedures. Duties/Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to: a. Assist patient/youth with activities of daily living and provide nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse; b. Perform and document rounds of patient/youth receiving medical and/or psychiatric care and report changes in patient/youth condition to the RN; c. Obtain specimens for diagnostic testing; d. Assist other non-custody staff to provide patient/youth care; e. Prepare documentation for patient/youth transfers to other Institutions/Facilities or trips to specialty appointments; f. Complete all required documentation of patient/youth care, provide written or oral reports, and record entries in logbooks; g. Clean, maintain, and check equipment; and h. Check inventory, order and check supplies.
AvaMed Inc. is a leading medical staffing agency specializing in placements throughout all California State Correctional Facilities. We are currently seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a full-time assignment to work full time to work in San Diego, CA. Position Overview: Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant Location: San Diego, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Pay Rate: $23/hr (W2/ Traveler) Pay Frequency: Weekly MUST BE CERTIFIED Job Description: Under the licensure of a Physician and Surgeon, or Podiatrist, and under assigned administrative supervision at a correctional Institution/Facility, the Temporary Relief Medical Assistant shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant in accordance with the Institution’s policies and procedures. The Temporary/Relief Medical Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and clinical duties, which includes procedures as regulated by certification such as, but not limited to, the following: a. Administer basic life support in emergency situations to patient/youth and staff; b. Use medical equipment safely; c. Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and skin tests; d. Administer eye/ear washes; e. Administer prescribed medications topically, sublingually, and orally; f. Administer basic breathing treatments; g. Remove casts, splints, sutures, and other external devices; h. Change simple dressing; i. Collect blood via capillary and venipuncture techniques; j. Collect lab specimens using appropriate collection equipment; label specimens appropriately for evaluation; k. Measure vital signs; I. Administer basic vision tests when indicated; m. Conduct Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-waived point of care testing for the purpose of determining a patient/youth's physical condition; n. Demonstrate the use of healthcare appliances (i.e., canes, crutches, braces); o. Attend to the physical needs of patient/youth in order to ensure comfort; p. Perform therapeutic interventions in order to assist patient/youth in regaining or improve physical/behavior adaptive skills; q. Explain treatment procedures and medical instructions; communicate with patient/youth and staff in order to gather information necessary for completing job duties; provide effective communication to patient/youth with disabilities; r. Identify patient/youth with disabilities in order to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided; s. Care for patents'/youths' personal property in order to ensure safe storage until it is returned; t. Assist and follow provider orders during medical exams and treatments; u. Interview patient/youth to obtain medical information in order to inform provider; prepare patient/youth for medical examinations; escort patient/youth to the exam room from the waiting area with and without the assistance of correctional officers; v. Observe, document and report clinical symptoms and behavior; record medical history; i.e., test results, vitals, in the health record; prepare exam rooms; w. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with medical information; x. Practice universal precautions in order to maintain infection controls; y. Identify and report possible security breaches that could lead to escape; identify and report behavior that may signal an impending incident; and z. Schedule patient/youth; inventory medical clinic and office supplies; and assist staff in the counting, distribution, and accounting for all utensils to prevent their use as weapons.
AvaMed Inc. is a leading Healthcare Staffing Agency specializing in placing qualified providers throughout the California State Correctional Facilities. We are currently seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse for an assignment at the correctional facility in Soledad, CA. Must have a minimum of 1 year experience. Job Details: Licensed Vocational Nurse Soledad, CA Wednesday - Sunday 6:00am - 2:30pm Weekly Pay $52.50/hr Traveler Rate Job Duties/Requirements: Under the direction of the Institution's CEO/CNE or designee, Temporary/Relief LVN shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice for Licensed Vocational Nurse services in accordance with Institution/Facility policies and procedures. Duties/Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to: a. Organize, provide, and maintain necessary healthcare services consistent with CCHCS policies and procedures; b. Conduct basic hygiene and nursing care, including administration of prescribed medications and the therapeutic effects, treatments, and disease prevention, as ordered by the physician; c. Collect information regarding patient status and report the results to the Primary Care Provider (PCP) or RN in a timely manner; d. Provide patient/youth education and accurately document care in the approved format, noting and carrying out physician's orders; e. Administer/assist with therapeutic measures and treatments; f. Clean and maintain equipment; g. Obtain specimens for diagnostic testing as ordered; h. Assist the RN and PCP with clinic appointments; e.g., physical exams, minor surgeries, casting, identifying minor illnesses; i. Assist mental health professionals by contributing to the treatment planning process and the formal evaluation of patient/youth progress by monitoring and recording observed patient behavior; j. Participate in the training of patient/youth in activities of daily living and assist in routine treatments; and k. Document in the patient/youth health record the nursing care and treatment provided and the patient/youth response to facilitate the continuity of care and communicate to other healthcare providers. If you are interested please submit a copy of your resume and one of our team members we will reach out to you asap.
