Certified Medication Aide - FT - Day

CHSGa; Montezuma (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off with cash out

Weekly pay

MyFlexPay

Job summary

Montezuma Health & Rehab is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to join our compassionate team in Montezuma, GA. You will administer physician-ordered medications and document care within established guidelines, while supporting residents with daily activities.

The role requires GA-registered CNA and MA credentials, strong organization and communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality patient care in a non-profit, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in Georgia (GA) required.
• Certified Medication Aide in GA required.

Responsibilities

• Administer physician-ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal and rectal medications.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine and B12 under physician direction.
• Perform finger stick blood glucose tests per guidelines.
• Document medication administration and declination in the resident's record.
• Provide routine patient care such as bathing, grooming and dressing as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aide (GA)

Certified Medication Aide (GA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join us at Montezuma Health & Rehab – a place where you’ll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We’ll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life – both inside and outside of our centers. And you’ll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that’s known for the highest level of care in our communities

Full Time: Day

Starting Pay: $18.40 to $20.25/hour

Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends

Weekly pay

Benefits Offered

• myFlexPay – ability to receive pay before payday
• Paid time off with ability to cash out
• 7 paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life and Disability
• 401(k) with match
• Referral Bonus Program

Summary

Responsible for administration and documentation of physician ordered medications, treatments, and point of care testing following established clinical guidelines.

Role And Responsibilities

• Administer physician ordered oral, ophthalmic, topical, otic, nasal, vaginal and rectal medications.
• Administer insulin, epinephrine, and B12 pursuant to physician direction and clinical guidelines.
• Administer medications via a metered dose inhaler.
• Conduct finger stick blood glucose testing following established clinical guidelines.
• Administer a commercially prepared disposable enema ordered by a physician.
• Documentation of medication administration and/or declination following established clinical guidelines.
• Report and document in the resident’s record any unusual reaction to medication and provide to resident, their family and the health care provider.
• Properly store and dispose of medications.
• Provides routine care to the patient, i.e. bathing, grooming, dressing, as needed
• Complete dressing changes of skin alterations as established in the clinical guidelines and per physician orders. Report changes to the licensed nurse as needed.

Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills required
• Effective and professional verbal, and written communication skills
• Communicates well with other associates, patients, family members, and visitors providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Aide in State of Georgia
• Certified Medication Aide in State of Georgia

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