Medication Tech / Certified Medication Aide - CMA

Willamette View
Milwaukie, OR, USA
$18,75-$25 an hour
Full-time
Quick Apply

Full Time Day and Noc Shift Avaialble

At Willamette View, you'll contribute to the ethos of "Inspiring the Art of Living Well" for our active resident community, playing a key role in helping individuals lead rich and fulfilling lives.

If you appreciate the importance of personal relationships and making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, then our unique, lively, and progressive senior community is the ideal place for you.

What is the Medication Tech / CMA experience?

In this role you will be under the guidance of the Director of Nursing Services and Supervisory Nurse. You will be expected to :

  • Administer prescribed medications to residents using approved methods, including various routes such as oral, topical, and inhalant.
  • Obtain resident vital signs and report abnormalities, when necessary.
  • Utilize the "6 Rights / 3 Checks" protocol.
  • Accurately document medication administration in residents' electronic charts and eMAR.
  • Calibrate capillary blood glucose (CBG) machines; obtain and document CBG readings.
  • Perform and document a narcotic count at the beginning and end of each shift, reporting any discrepancies.
  • Ensure timely medication orders and assume leadership duties when needed in the absence of the Charge Nurse.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What are the job qualifications?

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Three years preferred experience as a Certified Medication Assistant (CMA)Preferred,Resident Assistant / Caregiver or CNA.
  • Experience dispensing medications in Assisted Living, Residential Care Facility, or Long-Term Care setting preferred.
  • Maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, and Food Hnadler's Card
  • Able to read, write, and document appropriately.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Able to prioritize multi-demands using initiative, good judgment, and a professional attitude.
  • Must consent to and pass a criminal background check.

Willamette View believes in building a sense of community and inclusivity, both in the relationships we build with our residents and with our own team.

Willamette View provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion or belief, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, social or ethnic origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, relationship status, parental status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

CMA, Certified Medication Aide, Certified Med Aide, Full Time

30+ days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Providence Health & Services
Portland, Oregon

Upon hire: Oregon Certified Medication Aide. Performs basic nursing tasks and provides accurate medication administration and quality care to the child and maintains a safe environment under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse (RN or LPN). Experience as a CMA in a health care setting. ...

Avamere
Oregon City, Oregon

Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state. Administer medications to residents as ordered and under the direction of the attending physician. Administer medications in accordance with established nursing standards, policies, local procedures and prac...

Infinity Rehab
Tigard, Oregon

Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Avamere Rehabilitaion of King City is now hiring a Full-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state. Being a CMA is hard, fast paced, exciting and overall rewarding. ...

Avamere
Tigard, Oregon

Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Avamere Rehabilitaion of King City is now hiring a Full-Time Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Must be a licensed certified medication aide in this state. Being a CMA is hard, fast paced, exciting and overall rewarding. ...

ATC - Northwest
Portland, Oregon

CNA Certified Medication Aide  Local Contract Position. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Certified Medication Aide for ATC - Northwest located in Portland, Oregon. Oregon Certified Medication Aide required. Nurses, CNAs, Med Aides, Caregivers, you name it. ...

State of Oregon
Wilsonville, Oregon

As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), you will administer medications, maintain medication administration records, process medication orders, assist in medication room and clinic operations, and provide direct basic care under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. Administer medications by gastrostom...

ATC Healthcare Services
Portland, Oregon

CNA Certified Medication Aide Local Contract Position. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Certified Medication Aide for ATC - Northwest located in Portland, Oregon. Oregon Certified Medication Aide required. Nurses, CNAs, Med Aides, Caregivers, you name it. ...

Pacific Gardens
Portland, Oregon

Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for the security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts. Must complete Medication Aide training (and certification in states where required). Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified...

Holgate Center
Portland, Oregon

Gain valuable healthcare experience and expand your skills in medication administration. Accurately administer medications following the 5 rights, using our electronic MAR. Maintain meticulous documentation and promptly order medications. Minimum 6 months of medication administration experience. ...

Bonaventure Senior Living
Gresham, Oregon

We offer paid training for Med Aide and Med Tech, even if you don’t have experience, we will train you!. What does a Medication Aide do for Bonaventure?. Inputting medication orders into our MAR (Medication’s administration record). ...