Corr Medication Aide

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 26,009 - 32,897; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Correctional Medication Aide in Abilene. This role assists in the operation of medication rooms, coordinating with patients to administer prescribed medications and ensuring patient safety through compliance with standards.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED and relevant certifications. Benefits include health plans, paid time off, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent and EMT-P with current credential.
• Successful completion of a certified medication aide training course and passage of State exam.
• HS diploma or GED for Trainee, must complete training and pass certification exam.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and administer medications as ordered.
• Ensure patients' safety by following compliance standards.
• Document activities in patients' health records.
• Support clinical activities under supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR)

CPR certification

Previous correctional experience

Previous health care experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT-P credential

Certified medication aide training

Job description

Extended Job Title

Corr Medication Aide

Position Description

This position assists in the overall operation of the Unit Medication Room and distributes clients medications from filled prescriptions.

Requisition ID

44240BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

23.88

Major/Essential Functions

• Coordinates with patients to deliver and administer medications as ordered and prescribed by providers.
• Follows compliance and departmental standards to ensure patients’ safety is prioritized.
• Ensures physical control of medications is always within department standards.
• Clearly, concisely, and timely documents activities in patients’ health records and medication administration systems.
• Within the scope of the specific credentials of the team member, the team member will support clinical activities in the health facility under the direction of the facility director and nurse management.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in the job classification and/or position description.

Applicants will be considered for either a Correctional Medication Aide or Correctional Medication Aide Trainee level position based on education, experience, and skills.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

18.88

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR).
• CPR certification
• Previous correctional experience.
• Previous health care experience.

Department

Abilene Robertson Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Shift

Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• Correctional Medication Aide : Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent and Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) with current credential from the Texas Department of State Health Services OR Successful completion of a certified medication aide training course and passage of State exam.
• Correctional Medication Aide Trainee : HS diploma or GED. As a condition of employment, must successfully complete the Correctional Medication Aide training program, and subsequently pass the certification examination.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case‑by‑case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change‑of‑status or change‑of‑employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.