Med Tech: Juvenile Medication Aide (Part-Time)

Cameron County; San Benito (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Cameron County is seeking a part-time MED-TECH (Health Care Professional) to support on-site operations at the jail facilities. The role involves distributing medications to juveniles/cadets on a set schedule, observing ingestion, reading PPD results, and assisting the LVN with packaging and quarterly audits.

On-site work with expected adherence to Texas regulations and county procedures. Requirements include a Texas Medical Assistant certification or equivalent, a high school diploma or GED,

Qualifications

• Must have Texas driver’s license and driving record
• High school diploma or GED required; MA certification preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification required; 1 year medication administration experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver medications to juveniles/cadets at designated sites
• Observe ingestion of medications and read PPD results
• Assist LVN with packaging medications and quarterly audits
• Maintain medication inventory and secure storage
• Record observations and report issues promptly to supervising staff
• Adhere to PREA, TJJD, and Cameron County policies

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual preferred

Communication skills

Patient handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Medical Assistant certification or equivalent

CPR and First Aid certified

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Cameron County is seeking a part-time MED-TECH (Health Care Professional) to support on-site operations at the jail facilities. The role involves distributing medications to juveniles/cadets on a set schedule, observing ingestion, reading PPD results, and assisting the LVN with packaging and quarterly audits.

On-site work with expected adherence to Texas regulations and county procedures. Requirements include a Texas Medical Assistant certification or equivalent, a high school diploma or GED,