Temporary or Part Time

Medication Aide Certification Required (CMA, CMT)

On behalf of our client, a leader in the Senior Living field, we are Medication Aide Workers, certification required (CMA, CMT) to add to their Health & Wellness Team. This will be for temporary or on-call roles when needed. We will work with your schedule to ensure you have as much or as few hours as you desire. This role will be responsible for providing high-quality care to residents under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare professionals.

What You’ll Do

• Responsibilities include customer service, administering medication, caregiving, resident safety and communication
• Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to residents, take Vital signs
• Record medication dosages and times
• Observe residents and document changes in their condition
• Gather samples for analysis
• Assisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned
• Uphold all health and safety standards
• Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with resident care and medications
• Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications
• Respond to resident emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify residents needs
• Protect confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare
• Seek guidance from in charge nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficient

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is approved to assist with or administer oral and external medications, per state regulations (Required)
• Must demonstrate competency to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulations
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain states
• Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higher
• Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residents
• Must pass State and company background checks and drug test
• Read, write, speak and understand the English language