Certified Medication Technician (CMT) - Central NM

Wexford-Health-Sources,-Inc; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with 회사

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Los Lunas, NM is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to support the medical unit. You will assist nursing staff with medication administration, documentation, and daily operations, helping ensure safe and timely patient care.

The role requires a CMT certification and CPR, with a preference for 1 year of medical experience. A strong commitment to patient safety and confidentiality is essential in this correctional healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification required.
• Current CPR certification.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in a medical environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per policies and scope of practice.
• Monitor inventories, maintain medication carts, and ensure proper stocking and expiration dates.
• Observe patients for medication-related concerns and report adverse reactions or changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audits, quality-improvement activities, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care, education, and daily medical unit operations.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA, infection control, and medication administration standards.

Skills

Medication administration

HIPAA compliance

Patient safety

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR certification (current)

Job description

Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

POSITION: Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
FACILITY: Central NM CF
LOCATION: Los Lunas, NM

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering quality, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As a Certified Medication Technician, you'll work closely with nursing staff to support medication management and help promote positive health outcomes for patients.

Position Summary

Working under the supervision of nursing leadership, you'll assist with medication administration and support daily medical unit operations while maintaining compliance with regulatory and facility standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications in accordance with established policies, procedures, and scope of practice
• Monitoring medication inventories, maintaining medication carts, and ensuring medications and supplies are properly stocked and within expiration dates
• Observing patients for medication-related concerns and promptly reporting adverse reactions or changes in condition
• Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting medication audits, quality improvement activities, and regulatory compliance
• Assisting nursing staff with patient care activities, patient education, first aid, and daily medical unit operations
• Ensuring patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and medication administration standards

You'll go beyond medication administration.You'll help ensure patients receive safe, timely, and effective care every day.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification required
• Current CPR certification
• High School Diploma or GED required
• One (1) year of experience in a medical environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your attention to detail matters here. Your work helps support quality patient care every day.
Apply today and become an important part of our healthcare team.