Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

United Methodist Communities; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group and voluntary life insurance

Tuition assistance

Professional development

E-learning

PTO and holidays (9 paid holidays)

Job summary

United Methodist Communities seeks a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) at Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ. Earn $23.00-$25.55/hr with shifts 6a-2p or 2p-11p, including weekend rotation.

Full-time and part-time roles available, with benefits and a robust supportive environment. The CMA will administer medications, monitor resident health, and maintain accurate medication records, ensuring safety and compliance in our assisted living community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current NJDOHSS-approved Medication Aide certification is required.
• Current, active New Jersey CMA certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely, following state regulations and community policy.
• Watch for changes in resident health and report concerns to the nursing team right away.
• Keep accurate medication records for resident care and compliance.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Receive, organize, and store pharmacy deliveries and medication supplies.
• Take vitals, check blood glucose, and support other wellness tasks as directed.
• Help residents feel comfortable, independent, and at home.

Education

High school diploma or GED

NJDOHSS-approved Medication Aide certification

New Jersey CMA certification

Job description

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
$23 - $25.55 per hour, based on experience| Full-Time and Part-Time
Bristol Glen, a UMC community | Newton, NJ

Earn $23-$25.55/hr as a Certified Medication Aide at Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ, plus shift differentials up to $2/hr. Full-time and part-time schedules open now, and we respond to applicants within 48 hours.

United Methodist Communities has been named a Great Place to Work for 9 years running, and 87% of our team says their work here makes a real difference. At Bristol Glen, you'll help residents in our assisted living community stay safe, comfortable, and independent every day.

What You'll Do:

• Administer medications safely, following state regulations and community policy
• Watch for changes in resident health and report concerns to the nursing team right away
• Keep accurate medication records for resident care and compliance
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and coworkers
• Receive, organize, and store pharmacy deliveries and medication supplies
• Take vitals, check blood glucose, and support other wellness tasks as directed
• Help residents feel comfortable, independent, and at home

What You'll Need:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Current NJDOHSS-approved Medication Aide certification
• Current, active New Jersey CMA certification

Preferred:

• Experience in long-term care or assisted living

Pay, shifts, and benefits:

• $23.00-$25.55/hr, based on experience
• Shift differentials: $2/hr evenings, $2/hr overnights, $1.50/hr weekends
• Shifts: 6a-2p or 2p-11p, with an every-other-weekend and holiday rotation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group and voluntary life insurance
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and e-learning
• Generous PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee assistance and discount programs

This role requires a negative pre-employment drug test. Per organization policy, a flu vaccination is also required, with medical and religious exemptions available on request.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position's essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.