Certified Medical Assistant- CRCC

July 25, 2026

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Medical Assistant - Certified Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC)

Connell, Washington

Shift: 0830-1700 Monday-Friday

Non-Perm Position

Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) health services team to make a real difference in the lives of others and find personal fulfillment in your role. DOC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Medical A*ssistant - Certified positions at the Coyote Ridge Corrections Cente*r (CRCC) located in Connell, Washington.

Under the general supervision of the licensed practitioner and/or lead of the Registered Nurse, the Medical Assistant-Certified will assist in providing patient care, which may include performing routine medical records duties, some administrative support, and other clinical duties to assist in the smooth operation of the medical department of Coyote Ridge Corrections Center.

This position supports the health services and DOC mission by ensuring that facility records are secure, complete and available on demand for the myriads of service areas within Health Services.

Coyote Ridge Corrections Center has a diverse population seeing different chronic diseases and taking care of those that need long term and palliative care.

Extended Observations unit up to 96 hr. stay (4 beds)
Long term palliative care unit
See up to 2500 patients with different chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, cancer, autoimmune disorders and much more)
The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives. For additional information visit our website atdoc.wa.gov

Correctional Health is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing in a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within all 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. 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 and IS REQUIRED:

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

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. ***This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacant positions

Duties

Duties may include:

Provide assistance in all direct delivery of patient care by the Provider, which includes but is not limited to:
- Vital Signs
- Visual Acuity
- Ear irrigations
- Injections/Vaccinations
- Basic laboratory functions (venipuncture, CLIA waved laboratory in-house testing) and transports labs
- Electrocardiography
- Respiratory assessments (pulmonary function/peak flow)
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 directed by the Physician, ARNP, or Physician’s Assistant, that fall under the legal scope of practice of a Medical Assistant-Certified.

Provide clinical support to health services team to ensure continuity of patient care and efficient clinic operations.

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 appropr

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