Medication Aide Trainee-MC

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Medication Aide Trainee-MC

On-the-job training position for the Correctional Medication Aide (CMA) Training Program. This position is a training position contingent upon the successful completion of the CMA program and attainment of the CMA certification/permit from the licensing authority. During this training period, performs training as assigned, conducts other duties, and within scope of the Trainee position. These duties, within the health care department, may or may not be directly related to this position.

45235

None

$21.88

As a Correctional Medication Aide Trainee, you will receive on-the-job training at our Smith Unit located in Lamesa, Texas. During this 8-week training program, you will be required to:

• Complete the Correctional Medication Aide (CMA) training program application and process within one week of employment.
• Willfully and actively participate in all assigned training related to the CMA training program offered through our partnering college. This includes completing all assigned work timely and actively engaging all live classroom and clinical instruction.
• When not actively engaged in scheduled CMA training, you will conduct productive work within the medical department assigned by your supervisor, such as observing and shadowing other staff members; learning how to use Managed Care systems; completing new employee training/onboarding programs, and other duties as assigned.
• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete the 8-week Correctional Medication Aide training program, and subsequently pass the certification examination.

• Administer medication to inmates as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate and visual acuities.
• Report any adverse reactions or changes in an inmate's condition to healthcare providers.
• Maintain medication inventories and order supplies as needed.
• Provide basic first aid and assist with medical emergencies as needed.
• Document all medication administration and other medical procedures accurately and thoroughly.

Applicants will be considered for either a Correctional Medication Aide or Correctional Medication Aide Trainee level position based on education, experience, and skills.

No

$18.88

Hourly

During the training period, hours will be Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM. After successfully completing the training program and examination, hours will be:12 hours shift, 3am-3:30pm, 3/4 split (3 days one week, 4 the next, and back again

Lamesa

• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR)
• CPR certification
• Previous correctional experience

Lamesa Smith Unit

Full Time

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app
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Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

High School diploma or GED. Enrolled in the CMA program offered by Cisco College.

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