Certified Medication Aide; CMA

Overview

Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors? Join Americare as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) and provide high-quality care in a home-like environment.

Americare communities are places where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture. We have been recognized as a Great Place to Work and named among Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services and by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Senior Living provider.

• Impactful Work:
  Make a difference every day and support residents with compassion.
• Supportive Community: A team that values teamwork and respect.
• Career Growth:
  Opportunities to advance professionally and personally.
• Fun and Engaging Environment:
  Build lasting relationships with residents and teammates.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Flexible scheduling options.

• Recognition and appreciation through meaningful recognition.
• Family atmosphere and a close-knit community.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge.
• Daily access to wages for flexibility.
• Complimentary meals while you work.
• Tuition assistance for educational pursuits.
• Comprehensive benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, disability).
• Competitive pay with annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.

We are looking for a dedicated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team and provide high-quality care for residents. The CMA plays a crucial role in ensuring proper medication administration and assisting residents with daily living activities in a home-like environment.

• Administer prescribed medications to residents and maintain accurate medical records under the supervision of licensed staff.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration and document dosage and time.
• Monitor residents for responses to medication and report adverse reactions to the supervising nurse.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• Recognize and promptly report changes in resident conditions to charge staff.
• Maintain accurate records of resident care, intake, and output as ordered.
• Support co-workers by providing assistance as needed or requested.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and provide tours when necessary.

• Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing, pulling, or lowering up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to push a resident in a wheelchair up to 350 lbs.
• Use of safety equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts as required.

• Follow proper procedures for resident care, including two-person lifts when necessary.
• Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and participate in required documentation.
• Participation in company drug testing procedures.

This job operates in an indoor environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. It may include attending outdoor or public activities with residents.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide program that meets state requirements.
• Active CMA certification in good standing.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality resident care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.