Certified Medication Aide​/CMA

Overview

Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?

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At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Servant Heart
• Inspire
• Nurture
• Growth

We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day. Americare communities are like family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture. We have been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.

• Recognition and Appreciation:
  Meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere:
  Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off:
  Competitive PTO plan.
• Daily Access to Wages:
  Flexibility to access your pay when needed.
• Complimentary Meals:
  Free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance:
  Support for educational pursuits.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and more.
• Earn More:
  
  Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) Plan:
  Company contributions.

We are looking for a dedicated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to join our team and provide high-quality care for our residents. The CMA plays a crucial role in ensuring proper medication administration and assisting residents with daily living activities in a home-like environment.

• Administer prescribed medications to residents and maintain accurate medical records under the supervision of licensed staff.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration and document medication dosage and time.
• Monitor residents for responses to medication and report any adverse reactions to the supervising nurse.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• Recognize and promptly report any changes in resident conditions to charge staff.
• Maintain accurate records of resident care, intake, and output as ordered.
• Support co-workers by providing assistance as needed or requested.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and provide tours when necessary.

• Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing, pulling, or lowering up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to push a resident in a wheelchair up to 350 lbs.
• Utilize safety equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts as required.

• Follow proper procedures for resident care, including two-person lifts when necessary.
• Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and participate in required documentation.
• Participation in company drug testing procedures.

This job operates in an indoor environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. It may include attending outdoor or public activities with residents.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide program that meets state requirements.
• Active certification in good standing.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality resident care.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.