Certified Medication Aide/L1MA

Americare Senior Living; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors! As a Certified Medication Aide, you'll play a crucial role in patient care by assisting with medication administration and ensuring safety. This position offers an engaging environment where teamwork is valued, and career growth is encouraged. With a focus on recognition and appreciation, you'll feel valued every day. Enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive community that feels like family. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors while having fun and creating lasting memories at Americare Senior Living.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan

Daily Access to Wages

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or at least 18 years old.
• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide course and certification in MO.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications under supervision in accordance with laws.
• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Medication Administration

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Graduate

Certified Medication Aide Certification

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time
Is Remote Position: No
Pay Rate: 15
PayRate Interval: Hourly
PayRate Max: 19
Shift: Day Shift

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting patient care by assisting with medication administration, ensuring safety, and maintaining the highest standards of care. If you are detail-oriented, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in seniors' lives, we would love to have you on board.

Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?

Who We Are

At Americare, we make a difference in the everyday lives of others, and we are proud of the work we do. We have created communities that embrace our team members like family. Our senior living communities are places where excellence thrives and that we proudly call home. Our culture is built on recognition, empowerment, and a side of fun. We've consistently been certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune's annual Best Workplaces in Aging Services list, and were recently recognized as one of the 2024 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report!

Why Join Americare?

• Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
• Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
• Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
• Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.

What we offer:

• Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
• Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
• Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
• Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions.

Take the next step in your career at Americare Senior Living and make a difference today!

Position Summary:

Our Certified Medication Aide is an employee certified to administer medications, in accordance with state and federal laws, under the supervision of licensed staff to residents within Americare Assisted Living Communities. Provides personal care including ADL’s, housekeeping, assist with meals and other tasks needed to assure quality of life in a home-like environment while offering additional support to family and visitors. Maintains professional behavior while functioning as an interdisciplinary team member meeting state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications/ Education/Experience/Skills:

Education:

• High school graduate or minimum age of 18 years of age.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide/Med Level One course and obtain certification in the state of MO.
• Training at the Community to obtain Med Level One course certification.
• Must be kept active and in good standing.