Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Ashland Villa Assisted Living•Ashland, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to administer medications safely and accurately and provide compassionate daily care to residents. Working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, the CMA supports residents’ health, comfort, and quality of life while helping maintain a warm, home-like environment. The role collaborates with nursing staff and caregivers to promote resident safety, wellness, and person-centered care, in accordance with state regulations and Americare policies. This is a part-time position at Ashland Villa Community, an assisted living community in Ashland, Missouri. The schedule is Thursdays and every other weekend, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The listed pay is $15.50. The role is performed in an indoor healthcare environment with appropriate lighting and ventilation. Duties may occasionally include accompanying residents to outdoor or community activities. Physical duties include lifting up to 25 pounds, assisting with resident transfers, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering up to 100 pounds, and maneuvering resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds. Employees must follow required resident-care and safety procedures, including two-person lifts when required and use of PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program that meets state requirements.
Active CMA certification in good standing.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care.
Clear communication skills and professionalism.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, including resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
Verify resident identity before medication administration and document dosage, time, and observations.
Monitor residents for medication responses and promptly report adverse reactions or concerns.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.
Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff.
Maintain accurate documentation related to resident care, intake, and output as ordered.
Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.
Provide assistance to team members as needed.
Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas.
Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with tours as requested.
Follow proper resident-care procedures, including two-person lifts when required.
Use required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
Participate in company drug testing procedures.