Certified Medication Aide

Management & Training Corporation; Anson (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a Certified Medication Aide/Medical Assistant to join the medical department at the Bluebonnet Detention Center in Anson, TX.

This full-time role involves administering medications, maintaining supplies, and documenting patient data in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification as Medication Aide or Medical Assistant is required or preferred.
• CPR certification is required, and a valid driver’s license is required unless waived.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medications as prescribed by the provider within scope.
• Receive, store, inventory medical supplies, and maintain a clean care area.
• Report concerns to nursing staff and document patient data accurately.
• Assist with intake measurements and maintain health records per policy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medication Aide or Certified Medical Assistant

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Tools

Word processing software

Computer data entry

Job description

Benefit Package Includes

• Medical,& dental insurance and prescription drug benefits
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Sick and vacation time
• Long- and short-term disability (optional)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Civic duty and military leave
• Education assistance

Job Description

Pay: $21 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time

Join our team in corrections medicine and make a difference—provide essential healthcare to underserved populations in a unique environment. The Bluebonnet Detention Center in Anson, TX is looking for your compassionate care and expertise in our medical department! Our dedicated staff work to improve lives through education, healthcare, and a variety of support services.

What you’ll do:

Assist with the safe and timely administration of authorized routine medications, documentation of medication administration, collection of objective clinical data, and other assigned patient-care activities within their training, demonstrated competency, and applicable scope in compliance with MTC Medical policies and applicable customer directives.

Essential Functions

• Receive, maintain, properly store, and accurately inventory medical supplies.
• Administer and document medications as prescribed by the provider and within the scope of practice.
• Report refusals, omitted doses, medication discrepancies, vomiting, adverse symptoms, or other concerns immediately to nursing.
• Observe patients during assigned care activities and promptly report changes in condition, abnormal findings, complaints, injuries, or other concerns to the licensed nurse.
• Collect routine specimens, including urine and stool specimens.
• Assist licensed healthcare personnel with examinations, clinics, treatments, procedures, and other patient-care activities within the scope of practice.
• Assist with intake processes by obtaining objective measurements and other non-assessment information as directed by licensed healthcare personnel.
• Accurately document care provided and objective information personally obtained in the patient's health record in accordance with facility policy.
• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas for patient care.
• Clean and disinfect reusable equipment and patient-care areas according to infection-control policies.
• Follow established infection-prevention practices, including standard precautions, hand hygiene, and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure the medical supply cart, trauma bag, PPE room, and facility first aid kits are always fully and accurately stocked and clean.
• Stock and organize medical supplies and notify appropriate personnel when supplies require replenishment.
• Assist with maintaining sick call, chronic clinic, and specialty logs.
• Perform 15-minute checks on identified residents and document encounters.
• Record patient care and report changes in physical or mental status to the health care team.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education And Experience Requirements

High school diploma or GED required. Must be a Certified Medication Aide or Certified Medical Assistant with appropriate certification or permit. One year of experience in a hospital, clinic, or correctional setting is preferred. Demonstrated competency in word processing and computer data entry is preferred. Must maintain current CPR certification. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless it is waved by management.

Why:

Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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