Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (L1MA)

Bluff Creek Terrace Memory Care•Columbia, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is hiring a compassionate and dependable Certified Medication Aide (CMA / Level One Medication Aide – L1MA) to support residents in its Assisted Living Memory Care communities in Missouri. The role administers medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and assists residents with activities of daily living. It helps maintain a safe, structured, home-like environment for residents living with memory loss and supports families and visitors. The CMA follows Missouri regulations for medication administration and works as part of an interdisciplinary care team to support resident safety, routine, dignity, and quality of life. The position may also be known as a Medication Technician (CMT), Med Aide, Level One Medication Aide, or Medication Assistant. Paid training is offered for applicants who are not yet certified, if applicable. The position is in an indoor Memory Care environment with appropriate lighting and ventilation. Duties may include accompanying residents to supervised indoor or outdoor activities. Available shifts are days and nights, 6 a.m.–6 p.m. and 6 p.m.–6 a.m. Employment is offered as full-time, part-time, or PRN, and pay is $16–$17 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Certified Medication Aide / Med Level One course with certification in the State of Missouri.
Maintain active certification in good standing.
Willingness to complete Med Level One training at the community, if applicable.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a Memory Care team.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
Compassionate, patient, resident-centered approach to care.
Professional communication skills and reliability.
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 resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and in accordance with Missouri regulations.
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.
Observe, record, and report resident care, conditions, concerns, and food intake and output.
Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff.
Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.
Assist coworkers as needed.
Clean resident rooms and common areas.
Answer phone calls, greet visitors, and assist with community tours as needed.
Follow resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required, and use required PPE.
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
Participate in company drug testing procedures.