Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Medicalodges,-Inc; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Medicalodges is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer meds and provide direct care to residents at our Pittsburg, KS facility. You will administer medications, document care, and monitor residents' responses.

Requirements include CMA certification in good standing, knowledge of medication safety, basic computer skills, and compassionate, patient-centered care. This is a full-time on-site role with opportunities to contribute to a resident-focused team at Medicalodges.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certification in good standing.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration techniques.
• Ability to recognize complications and adverse effects from medication.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents medication and treatment as directed.
• Observes, records, and reports symptoms and conditions related to medication interactions or adverse effects.
• Stores medications safely and keeps medication areas clean.
• Monitors medications to ensure timely refills.
• Obtains vital signs and weights as assigned.
• Performs CNA duties when required.

Skills

CMA certification

Medication safety

Vital signs

Empathy

Basic computer skills

Education

Certified Medication Aide certification

Tools

EHR (electronic health records)

Job description

• Location 1004 E Centennial Dr,Pittsburg, KS, 66762,United States
• Job Category Med Aide, Certified Medication Aide
• Employee Type FT-Full Time

Job Summary :

Administer the medication and treatments of residents. Provide direct care to residents.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administers and documents medication and treatment as directed.
• Observes, records, and reports symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interaction, adverse drug reactions, or a side effects of the medication.
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner while keeping medication areas clean and orderly.
• Monitors medications to ensure they are refilled as required by policies.
• Obtains vital signs and weights on residents as assigned and directed.
• Performs CNA duties when required.

Job Qualifications & Skills:

• Current Certified Medication Aide/technician certification in good standing in the state in which the facility is located
• Knowledge of safe medication administration technique
• Ability to recognize complications and adverse effects from medication
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates patience and empathy

Summary

We Own It!. Medicalodges is a 100% employee-owned organization with over 30 skilled nursing and assisted living facilities committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents.