Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

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Job description

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Type: On-Call (PRN)

Shift: Days, Evenings or NOC

Location: Avamere Rehab of Oregon City 1400 Division Street Oregon City, OR 97045

Responsibilities

Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician
Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and practices, and requirements of the state
Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications ordered for a resident
Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports in a timely matter
Ensure all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered
Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing and/or administrator

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state
Knowledge of the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms for medication administration
Ability to accurately measure, record, and report vital signs

Employee Benefits:

Tuition assistance
Mentorship opportunities
Career development
Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
Generous employee referral program
Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
401K retirement plan with employer match
Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503

Licenses & Certifications
Required
Certified Medication Aide

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