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Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Americare Senior Living · Columbia, MO · 4 days ago
Healthcare$15–$16/hrFull-time

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/L1MA 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, Mill Creek Village Assisted Living is the place for you!

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
  • Absorb residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility
  • Navigate changes in resident condition to charge staff
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to resident care, intake, and output as ordered
  • Absorb 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.
  • 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

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