Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - (Casual Appointment) Beto unit

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Tennessee Colony (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading medical institution is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to perform vital technical duties in patient care in a correctional environment. The role involves assisting with personal hygiene, administering medications, and documenting patient data, all while ensuring a safe and therapeutic atmosphere. Candidates must have a current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit and be prepared to work in a structured setting with security protocols in place.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit is required.
• Experience with patient care and medication administration is preferred.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in a correctional environment.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents data like vital signs and medication compliance.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene and feeding.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment in a correctional setting.

Skills

Patient care

Data collection and documentation

Medication distribution

Wound care

Personal hygiene assistance

Education

Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit

Tools

Pharmacy computer system

Standard patient care supplies

Job description

Overview

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

The JOB SUMMARY: Performs technical duties in the field of patient care and participates in the general health care of patients by providing assistance with cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity, nourishment, and distribution of medications. Assists the professional staff in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Collects, reports and documents data: vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collect specimens.
• Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
• Provides for patient\'s personal hygiene; assists with chronic wound care; assists with feeding; and ambulates, positions, and turns patients with altered mobility.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable environment; obtains, stores and maintains pharmacy and nursing medications and supplies.
• Distributes and documents patient\'s medications, both in general population and administrative segregation, from filled prescriptions, abiding by Title 40, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 95, "Licensing Standards for Medical Aides Handbook".
• Ensures drug room security, replaced facility working drug stocks, and maintains the upkeep of facility drug room and pharmaceutical equipment.
• Enters medication compliance into the pharmacy computer system.
• Participates in in-service orientation and continuing education classes. Obtains 40 hours of continuing education/in-service hours on an annual basis to meet ACA standards.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures.
• Performs related duties as required.

Equipment

Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.

Work Environment

Work environment is located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

Required Education/Experience

Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit.

The is a non-benefit eligible, hourly paid position limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week.

Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location
United States-Texas-Tennessee Colony

Work Locations
Beto Facility

Job
Allied Health

Organization
UTMB Health

Regular

Shift
Standard

Employee Status
Non-Manager

Job Posting
Aug 15, 2023, 5:21:19 PM