Certified Medication Assistant—Care in Corrections (PTO/401k)

CoreCivic; Olney Springs (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life

PTO & Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking Certified Medication Assistants to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role includes administering medications under supervision, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with exams and treatments in a correctional health environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED, be CPR certified, and maintain QMAP registration with the Colorado DPHE; a valid driver’s license is required and applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
• Maintain any necessary QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel) training requirements and be registered as a QMAP with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be CPR Certified
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
• Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed.
• Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse with preparing and maintaining a variety of reports and logs; to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

QMAP registration with Colorado DPHE

Tools

CPR Certification

QMAP training

Driver's license

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking Certified Medication Assistants to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role includes administering medications under supervision, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with exams and treatments in a correctional health environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED, be CPR certified, and maintain QMAP registration with the Colorado DPHE; a valid driver’s license is required and applicants must be at least 18 years old.