Certified Medication Aide

Interim HealthCare - Sioux Falls, SD • Yankton, SD

17d • $24 - $27

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to provide medication management and resident care in long-term care facilities and assisted living communities. The role involves administering and documenting medications, monitoring residents, maintaining medication supplies, and supporting residents’ comfort, dignity, and independence. Schedules may include PRN, part-time, or full-time contract work, with day, evening, and night shifts available through a scheduling app. Pay is $24–$27 per hour and is paid weekly.

Requirements

• Active Certified Medication Aide certification in South Dakota, or ability to obtain certification through reciprocity or endorsement, as applicable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to adapt to different facility environments, care plans, and resident needs.
• Must maintain all required certifications, credentials, and professional standards.
• Must meet applicable facility-specific requirements and complete required pre-employment screenings and onboarding procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Medication Aide experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders, individual care plans, facility policies, and applicable state regulations.
• Accurately document medication administration and maintain medication records.
• Monitor residents for medication reactions and changes in condition.
• Maintain proper medication storage, organization, and inventory.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed.
• Provide compassionate care while promoting residents’ comfort, dignity, and independence.
• Follow infection prevention protocols, medication safety procedures, and facility policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of certification.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $24–$27 per hour, paid weekly.
• Flexible scheduling, including PRN, part-time, and full-time contracts, with day, evening, and night shifts available through a scheduling app.
• 24/7 on-call support from an Interim HealthCare team member.
• Health insurance, Aflac policies, and 401(k) available based on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed