Compassionate CMA | Medication Care Specialist

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Shift differentials

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Masonic Village Assisted Living is seeking a Certified Medication Assistant to join our team. This role involves safe, accurate medication administration under physician orders, and assisting with daily resident care.

We offer full-time and PRN opportunities, competitive wages, and benefits. Candidates must hold CMA certification in the state, CNA or CHHA as required, and have prior CMA experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Medication Technician/Aide Certification in the state of employment.
• Must also be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA/HHA), as required.
• Previous Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) experience required.
• Experience in administering oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic medications, and subcutaneous injections required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow clinical instructions accurately and consistently.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple residents in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents safely and accurately in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations.
• Provide medications via oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic, and subcutaneous routes as permitted by certification and scope of practice.
• Observe residents for responses to medications, document appropriately, and promptly report any changes, concerns, or adverse reactions to nursing staff.
• Assist with basic resident care under the direction of licensed nursing staff to support overall health and well‑being.
• Ensure medications are properly stored, secured, and accounted for in accordance with facility procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all medication administration and related resident care activities.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and the care team to promote resident‑centered care and positive health outcomes.

Skills

Medication CMA certification

CNA/CHHA certification

CMA experience

Medication administration

Attention to detail

Teamwork in healthcare

Job description

Masonic Village Assisted Living is seeking a Certified Medication Assistant to join our team. This role involves safe, accurate medication administration under physician orders, and assisting with daily resident care.

We offer full-time and PRN opportunities, competitive wages, and benefits. Candidates must hold CMA certification in the state, CNA or CHHA as required, and have prior CMA experience.