Certified Med Aide

Meridian Senior Living; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Telemedicine (1800MD)

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary benefits (Short Term DI, etc

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living in Oregon is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Oregon, OH to care for residents by administering medications in accordance with state regulations.

Qualifying candidates must complete an Ohio Board of Nursing approved program, pass state testing, maintain registration, and have at least one year of medication administration experience with the elderly; strong communication, teamwork, and compassionate service are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must complete Meridian training in accordance with state regulations.
• Minimum of one year experience with medications and the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications to residents following regulatory guidelines.
• Keep proper care records and report changes in residents' conditions.
• Interact professionally with residents, families, staff and vendors.
• Ensure resident safety and satisfaction as a priority.

Skills

Medication administration

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Aide Certification

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Landings of Oregon - Oregon, OH 43616, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $13.00 - $13.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nurse, We are looking for Certified Medication Aide (CMA). You must have completed an Ohio Board of Nursing approved training program, passed state testing, and registered with the state.

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee, you ask?

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life.

What do we offer to these great employees?

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employeesandtheir family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Details about the L1MA/CMT/Certified Med Tech/Med Aide position we are hiring for:

A L1MA/CMT/Certified Med Tech/Med Aide, will assist in the administering of medications to residents following company regulatory guidelines. Other tasks include keeping proper care records, reporting any changes in resident’s conditions, and interacting with internal and external customers in a professional manner while ensuring resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Successfully complete training as required by Meridian in accordance with state regulations
• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly population
• Must possess all required licenses and/or certifications if required by State licensing authority and maintain continuing education requirements
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer