Pinellas County, FL - Sheriff's Office

Medical Assistant

Pinellas County, FL - Sheriff's Office, Tampa

Salary : $37,553.00 - $54,452.00 Annually
Location : Pinellas County, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202500028
Bureau: Support & Health Services Bureau
Cost Center: 7300 - Detention - Support Services Division
Opening Date: 05/02/2025
Nature of Work
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Medical Assistant.
This position is scheduled 12-hour shifts, 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am, with alternating weekends off.
Consideration given for relevant experience.
Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Nursing provides assistance to medical staff, within the scope of their certification, and provides care to inmates in a correctional setting, while observing and maintaining the requirements of security. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.
SUPERVISES OTHERS: No

Schedules patients at the start of the day and modify schedules as necessary
Conducts vital signs, height/weight, and obtains essential information for the chart
Prepares exam rooms in advance of the next patient
Assists with patient examinations and treatments
Performs basic laboratory procedures and collects routine laboratory specimens as directed
Performs administrative duties including order transcription
Utilizes diagnostic equipment as directed
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary
Qualifications

High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
One (1) year experience as a medical assistant
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant in the State of Florida
CPR-Basic Life Support
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license
Data entry accuracy score of 80%
Typing speed of 25 wpm

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work independently on complex and confidential tasks and to maintain medical confidentiality and security of health records and medical information
Ability to interact and communicate effectively and courteously with co-workers, other agencies and the public
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Physical Abilities
Physical abilities listed below may have estimates listed of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position must be able to perform the following:

Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye
Hearing acuity, single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear.
Must be able to climb stairs for fire drills, Code 99, and other purposes
Must have full range of motion to administer medical attention and perform CPR on the floor and in other confined areas
Must be able to pass the annual skills assessment
Sit up to 3 hours per day
Stand up to 3 hours per day
Walk up to 6 hours per day
Continuously lift up to 10 lbs.
Frequently lift up to 20 lbs.
Occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
Continuously bend, reach, or twist
Occasionally squat or kneel

We offer a complete benefits package to full and part-time employees.
To view the PCSO Benefits Guide
01
This position is located within the jail. Describe your comfort level being in the jail facility interacting with inmates?

Very Uncomfortable
Slightly Uncomfortable
Uncomfortable
Slightly Comfortable
Comfortable
Very Comfortable

02
To remain in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office must determine if it is necessary and/or possible to provide reasonable accommodations to all potential employees. Ensure you have read and thoroughly understand the job description and requirements of the position for which you are applying.
Can you perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation?

I am capable of performing the duties of the job as described.
I am capable of performing the duties of this job with reasonable accommodation.
I am not capable of performing the duties of this job.

03
I understand I may not have more than three active civilian applications. Furthermore, I acknowledge I may not apply for Deputy/Deputy Recruit while I have an open application for a civilian position.

04
Within the last twelve (12) months, have you illegally possessed or used any illegal drug?This includes marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, LSD, THC, or any other derivatives.

05
Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education?

06
Are you a citizen of the United States or Foreign National with valid resident status and employment authorization?

07
Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 3 years, regardless of whetherthe sentence was suspended, adjudication withheld, you pled nocontest, or the conviction was sealed or expunged?

08
You must be 18 years of age to qualify for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

Required Question