Certified Medication Aide

The Legacy Senior Communities; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & Dental coverage

PTO from Day 1

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Legacy Senior Communities in Dallas, TX is seeking a certified Medication Aide to provide medication administration and personal care to residents. You will coordinate with pharmacy providers to ensure timely access to medications and support residents with daily living activities.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting medications, assisting with dining, and supporting activity programs. CPR certification and TX CMA certification are required.

Qualifications

• Current CMA certificate in Texas.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records resident’s vital signs and weight.
• Administers and documents medications per physician orders, including oral, topical, and suppository meds, as well as eye/ear drops.
• Reorders prescriptions and coordinates with pharmacies to ensure residents have medications.
• Observes and reports reactions or adverse effects from medications.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Answers resident calls for assistance.
• Assists residents to dining room and activities; monitors dining.
• Provides light housekeeping and trash removal as needed.
• Assists Lifestyles Coordinator with activities for residents.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

ADLs support

Pharmacy coordination

Documentation

Education

CMA Certification (Texas)

Job description

From one generation to the next, The Legacy Senior Communities has been here to care for our Jewish seniors. Today, the not-for-profit LSC remains steadfast to its Jewish values, but has evolved to serve Dallas seniors of all faiths. Through strong leadership and innovation, LSC is committed to meeting the changing needs of seniors and their families and offers a full continuum of care: independent living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing and rehab, in-home care, and hospice.

Our Values

Excellence is an ongoing process, and we pledge to invest in the pursuit of excellence in care, practice, and facilities so that the residents and clients, their families, and our team members experience outstanding quality and service in their interactions with us.

Compassionate Care goes beyond treatment and proficiency to the heart of our mission and devote ourselves to caring for and about our residents and clients, their families, and our team members with empathy, warmth, and respect.

Integrity is vital to creating and maintaining authentic relationships. We commit to the alignment and transparency of our words, behaviors, and actions across our organization.

Jewish Values & Culture are inherent in everything we do. Respect, dignity, mindfulness, and generosity are hallmarks of Jewish values, and we dedicate ourselves to nurturing meaningful relationships, aligning with Jewish culture and traditions throughout our communities.

About the Role

The Certified Medication Aide provides assistance and direction to residents with personal care needs and activities of daily living. Provide medication administration assistance and coordination to residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Obtains and records resident’s vital signs and weight.
• Administers and documents medications given by following specifically written physicians orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well
• as eye and ear drops.
• Reorders prescriptions and coordinates with pharmacy providers to ensure residents have ordered medications.
• Observes, records, and reports observations such as unexpected and untoward effects from medications.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Answer resident calls for assistance.
• Assists residents to and from the dining room and activities.
• Assists and monitors residents during dining.
• Assists residents with light daily housekeeping and trash removal.
• Assists Lifestyles Coordinator with carrying out activities for residents

Education Requirements and Experience

• Current CMA certificate in the State of Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• Current CPR Certification

We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental coverage for you and your family (FTE)
• Paid time off accrual from Day 1 (FTE)
• Build your future with a 403(b)-retirement plan

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The Legacy Senior Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

I-9 and E-Verify Compliance

Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.

From one generation to the next, The Legacy Senior Communities has been here to care for our Jewish seniors. Today, the not-for-profit LSC remains steadfast to its Jewish values, but has evolved to serve Dallas seniors of all faiths. Through strong leadership and innovation, LSC is committed to meeting the changing needs of seniors and their families and offers a full continuum of care: independent living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing and rehab, in-home care, and hospice.

Our Values

Excellence is an ongoing process, and we pledge to invest in the pursuit of excellence in care, practice, and facilities so that the residents and clients, their families, and our team members experience outstanding quality and service in their interactions with us.

Compassionate Care goes beyond treatment and proficiency to the heart of our mission and devote ourselves to caring for and about our residents and clients, their families, and our team members with empathy, warmth, and respect.

Integrity is vital to creating and maintaining authentic relationships. We commit to the alignment and transparency of our words, behaviors, and actions across our organization.

Jewish Values & Culture are inherent in everything we do. Respect, dignity, mindfulness, and generosity are hallmarks of Jewish values, and we dedicate ourselves to nurturing meaningful relationships, aligning with Jewish culture and traditions throughout our communities.

About the Role

The Certified Medication Aide provides assistance and direction to residents with personal care needs and activities of daily living. Provide medication administration assistance and coordination to residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Obtains and records resident’s vital signs and weight.
• Administers and documents medications given by following specifically written physicians orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well
• as eye and ear drops.
• Reorders prescriptions and coordinates with pharmacy providers to ensure residents have ordered medications.
• Observes, records, and reports observations such as unexpected and untoward effects from medications.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Answer resident calls for assistance.
• Assists residents to and from the dining room and activities.
• Assists and monitors residents during dining.
• Assists residents with light daily housekeeping and trash removal.
• Assists Lifestyles Coordinator with carrying out activities for residents

Education Requirements and Experience

• Current CMA certificate in the State of Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• Current CPR Certification

We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental coverage for you and your family (FTE)
• Paid time off accrual from Day 1 (FTE)
• Build your future with a 403(b)-retirement plan

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The Legacy Senior Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

I-9 and E-Verify Compliance

Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.