Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Lakewood Memory Care•Springfield, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to support residents in its Memory Care community. The CMA helps ensure safe medication administration and provides hands-on assistance with daily living activities in a secure, home-like environment. The role works under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and partners with nurses and caregivers to promote residents’ comfort, dignity, safety, routine, and person-centered care.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Completion of a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program that meets state requirements.
Active 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, patient, resident-focused approach to care.
Effective communication and professionalism.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including for resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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’ responses to medications 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 residents’ conditions 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 coworkers as needed.
Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas.
Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with tours as requested.
Follow resident care procedures, including using two-person lifts when required.
Use required personal protective equipment to help prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
Participate in company drug testing procedures.