Certified Medication Aide — Patient Care Assistant

State of Oklahoma; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Patient Care Assistant for Allen Gamble Correctional Center/Medical. The role provides non-professional nursing care under supervision, including vital signs, ADLs, and basic lab collection. CMA license is required; this is an on-site position within a corrections facility.

Two salary levels apply: Level I $41,600 and Level II $45,760, non-negotiable, regular full-time status. Prior patient care experience is preferred for Level II.

Qualifications

• Level I requires no education or experience.
• Level II requires one year of patient care experience.
• Must hold CMA license from Oklahoma State Department of Health in good standing.
• On-site only; positions are safety sensitive per 63 O.S. § 427.8.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living and hygiene.
• Chart observations and report changes in the patient’s condition.
• Perform delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared.
• Escort patients to and from various destinations.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Order, receive and store supplies; perform basic clerical tasks.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and related tasks.
• Recruit at-risk clients for comprehensive health services.

Skills

English language proficiency

Observation recording

Following directions

Interpersonal relations

Job description

State of Oklahoma seeks a Patient Care Assistant for Allen Gamble Correctional Center/Medical. The role provides non-professional nursing care under supervision, including vital signs, ADLs, and basic lab collection. CMA license is required; this is an on-site position within a corrections facility.

Two salary levels apply: Level I $41,600 and Level II $45,760, non-negotiable, regular full-time status. Prior patient care experience is preferred for Level II.