Medical Assistant (MA) - Mon-Fri Days - California State Prison, Los Angeles County

AvaMed Workforce is hiring a Medical Assistant (MA) for a 6-month contract at California State Prison, Los Angeles County, a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) state prison in Lancaster, CA (Medical).

Assignment details

• Location: California State Prison, Los Angeles County, Lancaster, CA
• Dates: 12/21/2026 - 06/21/2027
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, day shift starting 7:00 AM (30-minute meal); exact end time to be confirmed
• Pay: Contact us for details

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs and prepare them for provider visits
• Assist providers with exams and clinic procedures
• Keep accurate records and support clinic flow
• Follow all custody, safety and security procedures

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification or completed MA program
• Current BLS certification
• Clinic or medical office experience; correctional experience preferred
• Background check and CDCR security clearance
• TB test, immunizations and facility health clearances

Why AvaMed Workforce

We place healthcare professionals across California correctional facilities and support you from credentialing through your first day.

How to apply

Apply online or email orlando@avamed.org / call (818) 448-6393. Security clearance takes time, so apply early.