Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

Missouri Veterans Home-Mexico; Mexico (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

13 holidays

Savings match

Birth/adoption leave (6 weeks)

Job summary

Missouri Veterans Home is seeking a Certified Medication Technician to join our caring team serving veterans across Missouri. You will administer medications, document delivery, and coordinate with CNAs while upholding our standards of practice and patient safety.

We offer an hourly wage with day, evening, and night shifts plus weekend differentials, 3 weeks vacation, 3 weeks sick leave, 13 holidays, health and life insurance, retirement benefits, and up to $25/month in a savings match.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as certified medication technician in Missouri.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication utilizing acceptable standards of practice
• Document accuracy for medication delivery and evidence of follow-up observations for effect
• Serve as liaison between charge personnel and Certified Nursing Assistants
• Assist in the orientation of new team members
• Provide Veteran care as needed according to standards of practice
• Comply with Veteran’s individualized care plan and support the Veterans
• Document information in the Veteran’s electronic medical record (EMR), both accurately and timely

Skills

Medication administration

EMR documentation

Team coordination

Job description

In every branch of our military, there are those brave enough to serve. Here’s your chance to serve them as a Certified Medication Technician in our Missouri Veterans Home. You’ll have the opportunity to be an integral part of a dedicated team of professionals committed to the well-being of our Veterans.

Hourly Pay:

• $19.94 day shift
• $21.94 evening and night shift
• Additional weekend shift differential available

Examples of Work

• Administer medication utilizing acceptable standards of practice
• Document accuracy for medication delivery and evidence of follow-up observations for effect
• Serve as liaison between charge personnel and Certified Nursing Assistants
• Assist in the orientation of new team members
• Provide Veteran care as needed according to standards of practice
• Comply with Veteran’s individualized care plan and support the Veterans
• Document information in the Veteran’s electronic medical record (EMR), both accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Valid certification as certified medication technician in Missouri
• 1+ years of relevant experience

Benefits

• Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Home
• 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
• Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
• Retirement
• Up to $25/month match on savings plan
• 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption

At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law