Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Maplebrook Memory Care • Farmington, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Certified Medication Aide to support residents in the Memory Care community at Maplebrook Assisted Living in Farmington, Missouri. The role focuses on safe medication administration and hands-on assistance with daily living activities in a secure, home-like setting. Working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, the aide helps promote residents’ comfort, dignity, safety, and consistent, person-centered care.

The position partners with nursing staff and caregivers to administer prescribed medications and support residents with activities of daily living in accordance with state regulations and Americare policies. Duties also include observing and reporting changes in residents’ condition, maintaining care documentation, assisting with resident transitions, helping coworkers, performing light housekeeping, and welcoming visitors or assisting with tours as requested. Evening and night shifts are available, and the role is offered full-time or part-time, with starting pay of $15 per hour.

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 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, including assisting with resident mobility.
• Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds.
• Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Verify residents’ identities 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.
• Support coworkers by providing assistance 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 and safety procedures, use required PPE, report work-related injuries within 12 hours, complete required documentation, and participate in company drug testing procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off plan.
• Daily access to wages.
• Complimentary meals while working.
• Tuition assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Recognition and appreciation programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED