Corr Medication Aide

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking a Correctional Medication Aide or Trainee to support the Unit Medication Room. The role involves distributing medications to inmates, ensuring drug room security, and documenting all activities in the TDCJ system.

This on-the-job training position progresses toward CMA certification as required by the licensing authority. Applicants must meet education requirements or CMA training criteria, with EMT-P or CMA credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; EMT-P with Texas DHS credential, or CMA training and state exam completed.

Responsibilities

• Distributes and documents inmates' medications.
• Maintains drug room security and equipment.
• Records medication compliance in the TDCJ system per procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

EMT-P Certification

CPR Certification

Correctional experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT-P Certification or CMA Training

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Position Description

This position assists in the overall operation of the Unit Medication Room and distributes clients medications from filled prescriptions. On-job training position for the Correctional Medication Aide (CMA) Training Program. This position is a training position contingent upon the successful completion of the CMA program and attainment of the CMA certification/permit from the licensing authority. During this training period, performs training as assigned, conducts other duties, and within scope of the Trainee position. These duties, within the health care department, may or may not be directly related to this position.

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

Major/Essential Functions

• Distributes and documents Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) inmates' medications.
• Ensures drug room security, replaces unit working drug stock and maintains the upkeep of drug room and pharmaceutical equipment.
• Enters medication compliance in the TDCJ pharmacy computer system and performs all duties within the limits of the Medication Aide Permit and according to the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) and TDCJ policy and procedures.

Occasional Duties

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• 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

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

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.