Correctional Health: Certified Medication Aide

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Texas is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support the Correctional Managed Care program, assisting with patient care, hygiene, feeding, medication distribution, and monitoring vital signs in a prison/jail environment. The role supports nursing staff, maintains safety, ensures privacy, documentation, and compliance with Title 40, Texas Administrative Code.

Requires High school/GED and current Texas CMA permit; shift work; pre-employment drug

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collects, reports and documents data: vital signs, height/weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry.
• Performs Point of Care Testing and reports results.
• Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee.
• Distributes and documents patients' medications per policy and applicable regulations.
• Maintains patients' privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school or GED

Texas CMA permit

Tools

Pharmacy computer system

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Texas is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to support the Correctional Managed Care program, assisting with patient care, hygiene, feeding, medication distribution, and monitoring vital signs in a prison/jail environment. The role supports nursing staff, maintains safety, ensures privacy, documentation, and compliance with Title 40, Texas Administrative Code.

Requires High school/GED and current Texas CMA permit; shift work; pre-employment drug