Level 1 Medication Aide Med

Centurion Health; Bonne Terre (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 for the Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, MO. The role handles medication administration under nursing supervision and requires current certifications where applicable.

The position supports a correctional healthcare setting with day shift hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred Level 1 Medication Aide certification (DHSS/DMH).
• Insulin certification preferred.
• Must pass background check and obtain security clearance where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as prescribed and documents effectiveness and side effects.
• Maintains TB documentation and CPR/AED certification.
• Completes required continuing education (4 hours every 2 years).
• Works under the supervision of facility nursing leadership at the center.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Insulin administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Level 1 Medication Aide certification (DHSS/DMH)

Insulin certification

Job description

Pay Ranges from $20-$23 per hourCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.We are currently seeking a Medication Aide Level 1 to join our team at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center located in Bonne Terre, Missouri.The Medication Aide Level 1 (MO) Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing / nursing designee, administers medications as prescribed; and documents the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.High school diploma or GED required.Preferred to have current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification from the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) or the Department of Mental Health (DMH) which may also be referred to as DD Medication Aide (mo.tmutest.com).Insulin certification preferred.Must complete required continuing education to maintain certification (minimum of four (4) hours of medication administration training every two (2) years). Required training will be documented and maintained in Employee File. Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR/AED certification.If not already Level 1 Medication Aide certified – applicant must successfully complete internal level one medication aide and insulin training to maintain employment beyond probationary period.Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.One year experience in acute care, emergency or correctional setting preferred.Day ShiftWe offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountContinuing Education benefitsMuch more...For more information, please contact Nefretiri Spicer at 615.237.7113 or [e-mail]#NS39indmhm