Medical Assistant / Correctional Health Technician (MA/CHT) – Maricopa County, AZ
Facility: Correctional
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts weekly (Nights)
Commitment: Minimum 13 Weeks
Openings: 1 Day Shift Position, 2 Night Shift Positions
Pay Rates:
Local: $20/hr.
Travel no housing: $16/hr. (all taxable) + $240/week (tax-free)
Service Description:
Performs duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice to support quality patient care under the direct supervision of medical or nursing personnel. Responsible for accurate documentation in the electronic health record. Prepares patients for examination and treatment, obtains patient histories, vital signs, and chief complaints. Supports clinical and administrative workflows within a correctional health setting.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Prepare patients for exams, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
- Administer injections, immunizations, and TB skin tests per protocol
- Perform venipuncture and basic lab testing
- Transcribe provider orders and coordinate follow-up appointments
- Maintain exam room readiness and supply inventory
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in EHR systems
- Support front and back office operations including scheduling, scanning, and filing
- Utilize Microsoft Office for documentation, tracking, and communication
Supporting Documentation and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program (per A.R.S. §32-1456 or applicable exceptions)
- Current completed fit testing for N95 respirators
- Current First Aid Certification
- Minimum one year of recent experience as a Medical Assistant or CHT
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Maricopa County Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Step #1 – Security and Background Clearance
- Complete MCSO Application for Courtesy Identification
- Sign PREA Acknowledgement (Zero Tolerance Policy)
- Submit to Criminal History and Warrants Check
- Complete Fingerprinting with Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- No sexually related offenses
- Minimum one year since completion of probation, parole, or incarceration
- No driver’s license suspension within the past year
- Must disclose if a known individual is incarcerated within the jail system
Step #2 – Health and Immunization Requirements
- Current TB test (Skin test, QuantiFERON, T-Spot, or Chest X-Ray)
- Hepatitis B vaccination series, titer, or signed declination
- MMR vaccination documentation or titer
- Varicella vaccination documentation, titer, or attestation
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR (In-Person)
Step #3 – Physical and Workplace Requirements
- Ability to perform CPR chest compressions
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, and navigate a secure facility environment
- Commitment to assigned schedule and facility requirements
- Signed Drug-Free Workplace Attestation
- Signed Physical Performance Attestation
Step #4 – Additional Requirements
- Compliance with jail dress code and prohibited items policy
- No personal cell phones or smart devices in secure areas
- Badge must be worn at all times once issued
- ASRS Retirement disclosure if applicable
- All onboarding documentation must be submitted at least 10 working days prior to start date
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to commit to a 13-week assignment in a correctional health setting, forward your current resume immediately. A recruiter will review and follow up with next steps.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
