Certified Medication Tech (CMT)

Medicalodges,-Inc; Butler (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Medicalodges in Butler, MO is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications and treatments and provide direct care to residents in our skilled nursing facility.

As part of the caregiving team you will document administration, observe and report symptoms, store medications safely, monitor refills, obtain vital signs, and perform CNA duties when required, ensuring resident safety and comfort at all times.

Qualifications

• Current CMA certification in good standing in the state where the facility is located.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration technique.
• Ability to recognize complications and adverse effects from medication.
• Demonstrates patience and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents medication and treatment as directed.
• Observes, records, and reports symptoms related to medications.
• Stores medications safely and maintains orderly medication areas.
• Monitors refills according to policy.
• Obtains vital signs and weights as assigned.
• Performs CNA duties when required.

Skills

Safe medication administration

Basic computer skills

Patience and empathy

Education

Certified Medication Aide/technician certification in good standing in MO

Job description

• Location 103 E Nursery,Butler, MO, 64730,United States
• Job Category Med Aide, Certified Medication Aide

Description

Job Summary

Administer the medication and treatments of residents. Provide direct care to residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Administers and documents medication and treatment as directed.
• Observes, records, and reports symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interaction, adverse drug reactions, or a side effects of the medication.
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner while keeping medication areas clean and orderly.
• Monitors medications to ensure they are refilled as required by policies.
• Obtains vital signs and weights on residents as assigned and directed.
• Performs CNA duties when required.

Job Qualifications & Skills

• Current Certified Medication Aide/technician certification in good standing in the state in which the facility is located
• Knowledge of safe medication administration technique
• Ability to recognize complications and adverse effects from medication
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates patience and empathy

Summary

We Own It!. Medicalodges is a 100% employee-owned organization with over 30 skilled nursing and assisted living facilities committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents. If you have a passion for providing seniors with outstanding care we want to talk with you today!