Certified Medication Aide

Estates Healthcare; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Coverage

Extra Protection

Life Insurance

Professional Growth

Time to Recharge

Retirement Planning

Unwavening Support

Job summary

Estates Healthcare is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join our dedicated care team. This role focuses on accurate medication administration and compassionate resident support, following physician orders and facility policy.

You will document actions and monitor resident status to ensure safety and quality care. Ideal candidates hold a current Texas Medication Aide certification, bring experience with medication procedures, and communicate clearly with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification.
• Has experience and competence in medication administration procedures.
• Communicates clearly and demonstrates patience, discipline, and professionalism.
• Pays close attention to detail and ensures accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per physician orders and policy.
• Monitor and report adverse reactions or status changes.
• Document medication administration accurately.
• Maintain a secure medication cart and a safe environment.
• Protect resident confidentiality.
• Follow infection control procedures during administration.
• Report medication errors promptly to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Texas Medication Aide certification

Medication administration procedures

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Join Our Team as a Certified Medication Aide

Support Resident Care with Precision and Compassion

We’re seeking a reliable and dedicated Certified Medication Aide to join our growing team! This role is essential in delivering accurate and compassionate care through proper medication administration. Success in this role requires consistency, strong attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented attitude.

Your Impact as a Certified Medication Aide

In this role, you will:

• Administer Medications: Dispense prescribed PO, topical (unbroken skin), and rectal medications per physician’s orders and company policy

• Monitor and Report: Watch for and report any adverse medication reactions or changes in resident status

• Document Accurately: Record all medication administration in compliance with policies

• Ensure Safety: Maintain control of the medication cart and ensure a safe, hazard-free environment

• Protect Privacy: Safeguard the confidentiality of resident information

• Adhere to Infection Control: Follow all infection control procedures during medication administration

• Report Errors: Immediately report any medication errors to the Charge Nurse

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a current Texas Medication Aide certification

• Has experience and competence in medication administration procedures

• Communicates clearly and demonstrates patience, discipline, and professionalism

• Pays close attention to detail and ensures accurate documentation

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavening Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.