Correctional Health Medication Aide

UTMB Health; Texas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health's Correctional Managed Care division is seeking a motivated Medication Aide to support the provision of medical care within Texas correctional facilities. You will assist with daily patient care tasks, medication distribution, and data collection under supervision to ensure safety and compliance with Title 40, Texas Administrative Code.

Responsibilities include vital signs documentation, point-of-care testing, patient hygiene, feeding and mobility support, and contributing to a

Qualifications

• Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit.

Responsibilities

• Collects, reports and documents vital signs, height/weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
• Distributes and documents patients’ medications, from filled prescriptions, following policy.
• Assists with patient activities, hygiene, feeding and mobility as directed by nursing staff.
• Maintains patient safety and privacy in a correctional environment; assists with safety precautions and emergencies.

Education

Texas Certified Medication Aide permit

Job description

UTMB Health's Correctional Managed Care division is seeking a motivated Medication Aide to support the provision of medical care within Texas correctional facilities. You will assist with daily patient care tasks, medication distribution, and data collection under supervision to ensure safety and compliance with Title 40, Texas Administrative Code.

Responsibilities include vital signs documentation, point-of-care testing, patient hygiene, feeding and mobility support, and contributing to a