Certified Medication Aide

Hcshiring; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts

401-K

Job summary

Pilot Butte Rehab Center in Bend, OR is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide individualized attention, assist with medication administration, and monitor residents' well-being under the direction of nursing leadership.

You will perform vital signs, document care, and support residents with daily activities while following safety and infection control procedures. CPR/BLS certification is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must possess CMA certification in the state of employment.
• CPR/BLS card is encouraged.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Follow prescribed safety and infection control procedures.
• Demonstrate compassion and interaction with residents.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper dosage/distribution and instruct residents on medication per physician directions.
• Take vital signs, monitor weights, apply creams, collect specimens, and assist with mobility.
• Attend to residents' needs including grooming, hygiene, feeding, and toileting.
• Follow individualized care plans and report changes to care planning staff.
• Document care in accordance with department policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

CMA certification

CPR/BLS certification encouraged

Job description

Pay Range starts at $28.00 an hour!

As a CMA, you provide individualized attention and encourage residents to maintain or attain their highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. You also administer, instruct, and monitor resident medications and report to the director of nursing.

You Will:

• Ensure proper dosage/distribution and instruct residents on application/consumption of medication per the direction of their physician
• Take vital signs, residents' weights, apply creams/ointments, collect specimens, lift, move, and transport residents, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices to prevent accidents.
• Attend to the resident's needs, including; grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communication, in keeping with the individuals' care requirements
• Ensure individualized care plans are followed and provide care planning staff with specific information, changes, and observations of the residents' needs and preferences.
• Document care in keeping with department policies

You Currently:

• Possess a CMA certification in the state of employment
• Can obtain CPR/BLS card
• Read, write, speak and understand English
• Follow prescribed safety and infection control procedures
• Have compassion and interest in working with the senior population
• Communicate and interact tactfully with others

Our Benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace

At Pilot Butte Rehab Center, our residents are everything to us. We provide exceptional care for our residents through a true team model. If you are looking for a fast-paced setting where the vibe feels like a family environment,