Medical Assistant 010-26

$43,451

Posted Feb 11, 2026

Job description

MEDICAL ASSISTANT 010-26 MEDICAL ASSISTANT GENERAL SUMMARY The purpose of this position is to provide essential healthcare support to Kalamazoo County Jail nursing staff in a 24-hour, physically secure criminal justice facility. Including medication administration, medical record maintenance, and medical supply management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

& RESPONSIBILITIES Assist Jail nursing staff with patient care in accordance with nursing directives. Collect specimens; obtain vital signs; monitor blood glucose; perform urine testing; and administer injections, venipunctures, treatments, and routine diagnostic procedures. Operate medical equipment, conduct diagnostic testing, and accurately record results in patient records and required forms.

Identify and report issues that may disrupt continuity of medical services to nursing staff. Maintain medical equipment and supply inventory; orders medications, and program materials as needed. Provides clerical support, including data entry and tracking inmate correspondence. Performs related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalency.

Six (6) months or more of training beyond high school. One to three years (1 - 3) years of related work experience. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Required Licenses or Certifications American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) certification or equivalent is required within 6 months of hire.

The County offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including: Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage Employer-funded Defined Benefit retirement plan Life & Disability insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet insurance Paid sick leave Paid holidays Overtime (as needed) VETERANS are encouraged to apply: Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

Pay Scale-105 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Position : 11036002 Code : 26010-1 Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Job Family : MEDICAL Posting Start : 02/11/2026 Posting End : 12/31/9999 Details : Benefits Information MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $20.89 ©2026 Tyler Technologies, Inc.

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