Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Memory Care

Iris Senior Living • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Iris Memory Care of NW OKC is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to provide compassionate, hands-on care in its freestanding assisted living memory care community in Oklahoma City. The community has 54 residents, all living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, and supports residents across the full spectrum of the disease. The role involves helping residents live with dignity, comfort, and joy while maintaining a clean, comfortable, home-like environment and supporting residents’ families.

This is a full-time position on the 3 p.m.–11 p.m. shift. Pay starts at $17.50–$18.50 per hour, with higher pay for those with advancements; pay is negotiable based on experience. Priority is given to candidates with memory care experience.

Requirements

• Active listing on the Oklahoma Nurse Aide Registry.
• Current Certified Medication Aide certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Genuine warmth, patience, and compassion for people living with memory loss.
• Reliable work history and consistency.
• Ability to meet continuing education and certification requirements for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of experience working with older adults.
• Experience in memory care or with residents with dementia.
• Memory care experience is prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately in accordance with physician orders and community protocols.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care, dining, and mobility.
• Support residents with life enrichment activities and social-recreational programming.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean, comfortable, home-like environment.
• Offer emotional and physical comfort and support to residents and families.
• Uphold each resident’s dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality.

What This Job Offers

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