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Certified Medication Technician (CMT) *$4,500 Sign On Bonus!*

MGM Healthcare · Springfield, MO · 3 days ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time

About the Role

At Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across two states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us at Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation.

Available Shift

Days 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Benefits

  • $4,500 Sign-on Bonus for full-time qualifying candidates
  • Competitive Pay Based on Experience
  • Shift Differential Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance; immediately accrue more PTO as you work
  • 6 Observed Holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 Floating Holiday
  • Up to $5,000 in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year
  • Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
  • 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions
  • Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurance
  • Fun work environment with contests and employee appreciation events each week

Essential Functions

  • Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with MGM Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations
  • Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration
  • Administers and records all medication given to residents based upon their specific chart
  • Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain
  • May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications
  • Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed
  • Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident's needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift
  • Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift
  • Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
  • Support and maintains a culture of safety and quality
  • Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy
  • Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or general equivalency is preferred
  • Must pass a state-issued exam
  • Required valid certification as a CMT in the state of Missouri
  • Six months experience in a long-term care environment is preferred
  • Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication
  • Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff
  • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Additional languages preferred
  • Basic computer knowledge

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