Certified Medication Aide (CMA) FT & PT 3p-11p (every other weekend) ( Experience required) (Sh[...]

Orchard at Tucker; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established assisted living community where you will play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of residents. As a Certified Medication Aide, you will administer prescribed medications and provide compassionate personal care, ensuring each resident receives the attention they deserve. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of life for residents. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the necessary qualifications, this role is a perfect opportunity to contribute to a caring community.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Medication Aide in good standing with the Georgia Registry.
• Completion of relevant training programs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and maintain medical records under supervision.
• Provide personal care and assist residents during activities.

Skills

Medication Administration

Personal Care

Infection Control

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Approved Nursing Assistant Training

CPR Certification

Fire Safety Training Certificate

Job description

POSITION: Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Health and Wellbeing Director (HWD)

DEPARTMENT: Resident Care

STATUS: Non-Exempt / Hourly

SUMMARY

This position administers prescribed medications and treatments under the direct supervision of the Health and Wellbeing Director. In addition, this position will provide personal care service to the residents and perform related tasks at the community in accordance with the plan of care assigned by the Health and Wellbeing Director.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of a state approved nursing assistant training program and a state approved trained medication assistant program
• Good standing on the Georgia Certified Medication Aide Registry with no record of termination for cause relating to medication aide tasks
• Current certification in medication administration, with the ability to submit written competency test and skills check-off list prior to assuming position
• Must successfully clear a background check, TB skin test or x-ray, and health screening
• Current CPR certification
• Current certificate of training for successful completion of the five (5) hour initial fire safety training provided by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer physician-ordered medication to residents and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the Health and Wellbeing Director
• Verify identity of residents receiving medication and record name of drug, dosage, route, and time of administration on specified forms of records
• Present medication to residents and observe ingestion or other application, or administer medication using specified procedures
• Take vital signs or observe residents to detect response to specified types of medication and prepare reports or notify designated personnel of unexpected reactions
• Document reasons prescribed drugs are not administered
• Adhere to medication administration policy
• Receive supply of ordered medications and apportion, mix, or assemble drugs for administration to residents
• Record and restock medication inventory
• Maintain Georgia state CMA requirements for assisted living communities
• Provide personal care to residents in a compassionate and understanding manner consistent with the Orchard philosophy
• Consult and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and others involved in the resident's care
• Assist residents during activity programs, memory enhancement programs, and performance improvement exercises

COMPETENCIES

• Practice infection control and special precautions in all resident care duties
• Work with integrity; uphold organizational values
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal forms
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Six (6) Rights of Medication Pass

ORCHARD EXPECTATIONS:

• Adhere to all Orchard policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of all information pertaining to residents, families, and staff
• Display a positive and professional image and attitude in all relationships
• Participate in safety programs and training
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations

ADA Requirements (essential functions)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: More than 25 lbs routinely; More than 50 lbs occasionally
• Transfer: 150 lb. or greater resident weight
• Sitting: 1 - 3 hours/day
• Standing: 4 - 5 hours/day
• Walking: 2 - 4 hours/day

Cognitive or Mental Requirements

• Critical thinking
• Reading, writing, mathematics
• Clear verbal articulation of the English language

This job description is only a summary and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. This document is subject to change at any time.