Correctional Medication Aide Trainee: Paid Training & Certification

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Livingston, TX, supports Corrections Managed Care by providing foundational administrative and clinical assistance as you transition from student to employee, with education leading to certification as a correctional medication aide.

You will attend online courses, complete clinical activities, and perform clerical and patient‑care duties under nurse direction in a prison setting. The role emphasizes privacy, safety, and a structured training program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Attend online medication aide courses (140 hours).
• Complete coursework and clinical activities/rotations (typical schedule: 4 hours online training at the unit and 4 hours of on‑the‑job training daily).
• Operate personal computers to enter and assimilate data, generate reports, and draft routine correspondence.
• Perform facility administrative support tasks including filing, mail, faxing, and typing correspondence.
• Answer phone calls and triage calls appropriately.
• Assist with patient activities and care as assigned by the nurse manager/designee; maintain patient care areas with supplies.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records.
• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Vocational training

Analytical/interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Livingston, TX, supports Corrections Managed Care by providing foundational administrative and clinical assistance as you transition from student to employee, with education leading to certification as a correctional medication aide.

You will attend online courses, complete clinical activities, and perform clerical and patient‑care duties under nurse direction in a prison setting. The role emphasizes privacy, safety, and a structured training program.