Certified Medication Assistant (CMA)

Core Civic

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At CoreCivic, we are dedicated to caring for people and are seeking Certified Medication Assistants (CMA) who are passionate about delivering high-quality care in an institutional environment. The CMA will perform and assist with various basic patient care activities under the guidance of a physician and supervision of a licensed nurse. CoreCivic, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, operates over 70 facilities nationwide and is a leader in partnership corrections. The company has a growing presence in CoreCivic Safety, providing secure facilities and effective reentry programs; CoreCivic Properties, offering innovative real estate solutions; and CoreCivic Community, delivering practices that help individuals gain employment and reintegrate into society. CoreCivic facilities are comprehensive, resembling small towns with kitchens, dining halls, places of worship, classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics, recreational areas, housing units, and administrative offices. Employees work collaboratively to provide numerous services and tasks daily, ensuring the highest quality safety and security around the clock.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
• Maintain any necessary QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel) training requirements and be registered as a QMAP with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be CPR Certified
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
• Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed.
• Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
• Assist nurse with preparing and maintaining a variety of reports and logs; to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• paid training

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees