Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Bluff Creek Terrace Assisted Living•Columbia, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is hiring a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for Bluff Creek Terrace Assisted Living Community in Columbia, Missouri. The CMA provides safe, accurate medication administration and compassionate daily care to residents, supporting their health, comfort, and quality of life in a warm, home-like environment. The role works under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and collaborates with nursing staff and caregivers to promote resident safety, wellness, and person-centered care. The position includes administering prescribed medications, supporting residents with activities of daily living, and maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with state regulations and Americare policies. Related job titles may include Medication Technician, Certified Medication Technician (CMT), Med Aide, Level One Medication Aide (L1MA), or Medication Assistant. The employer offers day, night, and alternate-weekend shifts, and lists full-time, part-time, and PRN employment options. Pay is $16.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Certified Medication Aide program that meets state requirements.
Active Certified Medication Aide 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 for 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’ 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 team members 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 procedures, including using two-person lifts when required.
Use required personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
Participate in company drug testing procedures.