Certified Medication Aide - Corrections Health Care

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a part-time Allied Health Regular to support Correctional Managed Care health services. The role involves assisting with daily patient care, medication distribution, and safety within a prison/jail setting.

Qualified candidates must hold a Texas Certified Medication Aide permit and be able to work up to 19 hours per week at UTMB Health facilities in Gatesville and Waco.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit.

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 per the plan of care.
• Provides for patient hygiene, assists with wound care and feeding, and helps with mobility as needed.
• Distributes and documents medications from filled prescriptions in accordance with regulatory standards.

Education

Texas Certified Medication Aide permit

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a part-time Allied Health Regular to support Correctional Managed Care health services. The role involves assisting with daily patient care, medication distribution, and safety within a prison/jail setting.

Qualified candidates must hold a Texas Certified Medication Aide permit and be able to work up to 19 hours per week at UTMB Health facilities in Gatesville and Waco.