Certified Medication Aide/CMA

Company: 8162
Location: Medford
Posted on: September 16, 2020

Job Description:

Overview

Collect an additional $15 bonus for each Full-time Shift worked

No more waiting until payday to get paid!

At Avamere you can access 50% of your net earned income when you need it!

Certified Medication Aide

Part-time Thurs-Sunday shift and On-call shifts available!

Avamere Health Services of Rogue Valley

625 Stevens Street

Medford, OR 97504

(541) 779-3551

COVID-19 Response

As a certified medication aide (CMA) with Avamere, you join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job - it's a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.

Find your calling at Avamere where we support you in your career path.

Responsibilities/Qualifications/Skillset

Responsibilities

* Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician

* Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state

* Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a resident

* Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matter

* Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered

* Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment

* Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies

* Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

* Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and/or administrator

Qualifications

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state

* Knowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administration

* Ability to accurately measure, record, and report vital signs

Perks

* Tuition assistance

* Mentorship opportunities

* Employee assistance program featuring discounts on gym memberships, financial coaching, counseling services, and more

* Generous employee referral program

* Paid time off

* 401K retirement plan

* Flexible spending accounts

* Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

Facility Information

Avamere Health Services of Rogue Valley is a progressive skilled nursing facility in Medford, OR that serves the community with both sub-acute and long-term care in a beautiful 91-bed facility. We boast a spacious courtyard, experienced therapists, caring and skilled nursing staff and an open and updated facility. We are committed to providing quality, 5-star care and feel strongly that with a positive, supportive and welcoming environment our team will perform at the highest level to serve our residents. Our leadership is progressive and dynamic and have set the standard of excellence with strong communication and support for all residents and staff. We are currently searching for an experienced CMA's with a positive attitude, detail oriented and strong communication skills to join our growing team!

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