Certified Medication Assistant

Ascension Living; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension Living in Wichita, KS is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to join the Night shift in our Assisted Living facility, Via Christi Village McLean. This role administers medications, monitors patient responses, and supports resident safety.

You will restock medications, document observations, and provide direct care under supervision. CNA licensure and Medication Aide credentials are required, with a high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Medication Aide credential required prior to hire date.
• Certified Nurse Aide licensure required prior to hire date.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Presents medication to patient and observes ingestion or administers medication using specified procedures.
• Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to medication, and reports reactions.
• Restocks medication inventories.
• Provides direct patient care and ensures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiating corrective action.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Presents medication to patient and observes ingestion or administers medication using specified procedures.
• Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to medication, and reports reactions.
• Provides direct patient care. Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi Village McLean
• Department: Assisted Living
• Schedule: Night shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Presents medication to patient and observes ingestion or administers medication using specified procedures.
• Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to medication, and reports reactions.
• Restocks medication inventories.
• Provides direct patient care. Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• Medication Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certified Nursing Assistant licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Work Experience

• None required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.