Certified Medication Aide

Part-Time Afternoons 2:30pm-11:00pm
Job Title: Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Must be a Licensed Certified Medication Aide
Job Summary
This job description outlines the responsibilities and requirements for a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) position. The CMA's primary purpose is to assist in the safe and effective administration of medications to residents, following the guidelines and standards of the facility and state regulations. Here's a breakdown of the key components:
Primary Purpose

• Administer medications under the guidance of the attending physician, Charge Nurse, and Director of Nursing.
• Follow the facility's policies and state requirements related to medication administration.

• Comply with facility policies for medication administration.
• Report and document medication errors.
• Participate in facility surveys and complete administrative tasks (forms, reports, etc.).

• Attend care plan meetings and contribute to quality improvement programs related to medication administration.

• Prepare, administer, and document medications accurately.
• Monitor and report residents' reactions to medications.
• Manage medication inventories and handle discontinued medications.
• Be familiar with commonly used medications and medical terminology.

• Attend training programs on safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in ongoing education and in-service training sessions.

• Work involves movement across different areas (drug rooms, residents' rooms).
• Exposure to stressful situations (upset residents, visitors) and possible hazardous materials (infectious waste, chemicals).
• Flexible working hours including weekends, holidays, and emergency call-backs.

• Must have completed a state-approved CMA training program.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with patience and tact.
• Physical ability to move and lift items up to 25 pounds and cope with the mental and physical stress of the job.

• Includes repetitive motions, weight lifting, and prolonged standing, sitting, or bending.
• Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

• Shift differential
• Premium pay
• Attendance bonus
• Flexible schedule
• Vacation Time Off
• Sick Time Off
• 401(k) + Match
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance