Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

MGM Healthcare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO +

Tuition reimbursement

Take-home pay at shift end

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Holidays with premium pay

Job summary

Sherbrooke Village is seeking compassionate Certified Medication Technicians to provide safe resident care in a senior living setting. The role involves administering medications under supervision, noting vital signs, and ensuring accuracy with the five rights of medication administration.

We offer competitive pay, PTO, holidays with premium pay, education reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and resident well-being in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Valid Missouri CMT certification required.
• Maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and families and facility staff.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• English communication required; additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident care responsibilities safely and comfortably per policies and regulations.
• Administers medications as ordered under nurse supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Records all medications and treatments in the chart/system.
• Notifies licensed staff when residents report pain.
• Takes and records vital signs as required by medications.
• Monitors for adverse reactions and reports changes to the nurse.
• Performs duties that promote resident safety and quality of care.
• Responds to resident call lights and supports rounds with the nurse.

Skills

Emergency response

Effective communication

Basic computer literacy

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Missouri CMT certification

Job description

At Sherbrooke Village, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Sherbrooke Village partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across 3 states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us at Sherbrooke Village.

Available Shifts:

• Days: 7:00am - 7:30pm
• Nights: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am
• Employees must work every other weekend

Pay, Benefits and Perks of Certified Medication Technician (CMT):

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Shift Differential Pay (at participating locations)
• Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance after 30 days of employment; immediately accrue more PTO as you work! (full-time only)
• Earn PTO+ for every quarter of perfect attendance (full-time only)
• 6 Observed Holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 Floating Holiday for full-time employees
• Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees
• Have fun with contests and employee appreciation events every month

Essential Functions of Certified Medication Technician (CMT):

• Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations
• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with center policy
• Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration
• Administers and records all medication given to residents based upon their specific chart
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
• May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed
• Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident’s needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift
• Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift
• Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Support and maintains a culture of safety and quality
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with center policy
• Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications of Certified Medication Technician (CMT):

• High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment is preferred
• Required valid certification as a CMT in the state of Missouri
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff
• Basic computer knowledge
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages preferred

Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees’ legally-protected characteristics (“protected class”) including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.

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