CMT - Certified Medication Technician
About The Position
Linden Woods Village is seeking a Certified Medication Aide/Technician (CMA/CMT) to pass medications under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and provide direct, hands-on care to residents. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. It describes its culture as family-based and focused on caring for seniors and supporting team members. The role includes administering medications and treatments as assigned and permitted by regulation, providing personal services, monitoring residents’ needs and health, and helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment. The community is a tobacco-free campus and follows CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.
Requirements
- Complete an approved training program.
- Pass clinical skills and written knowledge competency examinations to obtain certification as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA).
Responsibilities
- Pass medications and provide treatments according to physician orders and facility policy, under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse.
- Immediately report changes in a resident’s condition to the Charge Nurse.
- Review Tenant Service Plans as needed to remain familiar with residents’ service needs and preferences.
- Review the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and related Tenant Service Notes daily for updates about service needs or health conditions.
- Provide personal services as assigned and indicated in Tenant Service Plans.
- Assist tenants with medications and treatments as assigned and allowed by regulation.
- Respond promptly to emergency call system requests.
- Follow infection control procedures.
- Assist in the dining room during meals.
- Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
- Assist with individual and group social or recreational activities as requested and encourage tenant participation.
- Monitor changes in tenant needs, preferences, or health status, and report or document changes according to established procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with training received.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost sharing (full-time only).
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions for team members and their families.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Holiday premium pay.
- Volunteer time off.
- Competitive wages and shift differentials.
- Referral bonus.
- Service award bonus.
- Career path development.
- Tuition assistance and certification course payment.
- Fun and engaging team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
