Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, every single day. Make a Difference as a CMA! Put your CMA skills to work in a role that matters. Provide compassionate, hands-on care while being part of a team that supports your growth and success. If you're looking for a rewarding role where you're truly part of the team, Colony Pointe is the place for you!
What We Offer
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
- Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions
Your Role as the Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to provide safe, accurate medication administration and compassionate daily care to our residents. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting residents’ health, comfort, and quality of life while helping maintain a warm, home-like environment. Working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, you’ll ensure medications are administered correctly, residents are monitored closely, and care is delivered with dignity and respect.
Summary
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for administering prescribed medications, supporting residents with activities of daily living, and maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with state regulations and Americare policies. This role works collaboratively with nursing staff and caregivers to promote resident safety, wellness, and person-centered care.
What You’ll Do
- Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff
- Verify resident identity prior to medication administration and document dosage, time, and observations
- Monitor residents for medication responses and report adverse reactions or concerns promptly
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility
- Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff
- Maintain accurate documentation related to resident care, intake, and output as ordered
- Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required
- Support team members by providing assistance as needed
- Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
- Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with tours as requested
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Completion of a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) program that meets state requirements
- Active CMA certification in good standing
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
- Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care
- Clear communication skills and professionalism
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
- Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Safety Requirements
- Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required
- Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures