Certified Medication Aide - Part Time

B end T ransitional C are; Bend, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SEIU 503 Union benefits

Shift differentials $1.00–$1.50

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing education and professional

Job summary

Bend Transitional Care is seeking a Part-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Bend, Oregon. The role involves dispensing medications, administering routine meds, and ensuring accurate documentation for residents in a skilled nursing setting.

Requires CMA certification, CPR, and six months of long-term care experience preferred. Enjoy union benefits, shift differentials, and comprehensive insurance in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate CMA program required.
• Valid CMA certification in the state of employment.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses and prepares oral medications as per physician orders.
• Provides routine daily medications to residents with stable conditions.
• Administers and documents medications at the correct time and dosage.
• Counts controlled substances and maintains medication cart.

Skills

Medication administration

Pharmacology knowledge

HIPAA compliance

Patient confidentiality

Education

Graduate of CMA program

Job description

Description

We’re a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon. We provide compassionate transitional and post-hospital care to help our residents regain their strength, independence, and confidence as they work toward returning home or transitioning to their next stage of care. We are seeking a Part-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our caring and dedicated team.

Part Time Schedule

Fridays & Saturdays 6:00 am - 4:30 pm

Why You'll Love Working Here

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values teamwork, respect, and quality resident care. We believe in recognizing the important work our CNAs do and providing opportunities to grow along the way.

We offer

• SEIU 503 Union benefits, including retention bonuses and additional shift bonuses per the union contract
• $1.00–$1.50 shift differentials for Evening and Overnight shifts
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

What You'll Do

• Dispenses and prepares oral medications as per physician orders.
• Provides routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients whose condition and drug regimen are stable.
• Administers and documents medications in the indicated dosage at the correct time, via the desired route
• Performs capillary blood glucose checks.
• Takes resident's vital signs, keeps records and monitors for side effects.
• Turns oxygen on an off at pre-determined, established flow rate.
• Reports any changes in a resident’s vital signs or behavior or any other indication of adverse effects from a medication to the Charge Nurse.
• Counts controlled substances.
• Cleans & restocks medication cart.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains resident/patient confidentiality.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
• Strong knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology.
• Ability to manage medications for a large number of patients without making dosage or other medication errors.
• Understanding of HIPAA.

Requirements

Education

Graduate of a CMA program required.

Licenses/Certification

Valid certification as a CMA in the state of employment.

Valid CPR certification

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.