Correctional CMA: Patient Care & Meds Expert

The University of Texas Medical Branch; New Boston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support patient care within a correctional health setting in New Boston, Texas. You will collect data, assist with daily activities, and help maintain a safe treatment environment under nurse supervision.

Required is a High School diploma or GED and an active Texas CMA permit. Shift work and secure facility access are part of the role at UTMB Health facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit.

Responsibilities

• Collects, reports and documents vital signs, height/weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and specimens.
• Performs and reports Point of Care Testing.
• Assists with patient activities and care per the plan of care.
• Distributes and documents medications per policy in both general population and administrative segregation.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Certified Medication Aide permit

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support patient care within a correctional health setting in New Boston, Texas. You will collect data, assist with daily activities, and help maintain a safe treatment environment under nurse supervision.

Required is a High School diploma or GED and an active Texas CMA permit. Shift work and secure facility access are part of the role at UTMB Health facilities.