Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (L1MA)

About the role

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA / L1MA) is responsible for administering medications in accordance with Missouri state regulations while assisting residents with activities of daily living in a Memory Care setting. This role functions as part of an interdisciplinary care team and plays a vital role in supporting resident safety, routine, dignity, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in accordance with Missouri regulations
• Verify resident identity prior to medication administration and document dosage, time, and observations
• Monitor residents for medication responses and promptly report adverse reactions or concerns
• Accurately observe, record, and report resident care, conditions, concerns, and food intake/output
• Navigate changes in resident condition to charge staff
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required
• Safeguard residents' safety and dignity
• Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
• Answer phone calls, greet visitors, and assist with tours of the community as needed

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide / Med Level One course with certification in the State of Missouri
• Willingness to complete Med Level One training at the community, if applicable
• Active certification maintained in good standing

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a Memory Care team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
• Compassionate, patient, and resident-centered approach to care
• Professional communication skills and reliability
• Physical Demands: Lift up to 25 lbs., push/pull up to 100 lbs., maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs., follow proper resident care procedures, utilize required PPE, report work-related injuries, participate in company drug testing procedures

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a Memory Care team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
• Compassionate, patient, and resident-centered approach to care
• Professional communication skills and reliability

Benefits

• Recognition and appreciation
• Friendly family atmosphere
• Paid time off
• Daily access to wages
• Complimentary meals
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) plan

Pay

Starting at $15.50/hour

Schedule

Evenings / Nights