Beaverton Post Acute
Location
Beaverton, Oregon
The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for dispensing and documenting routine medications for residents according to physician orders. They also monitor vital signs, perform blood glucose checks, and report any adverse reactions or behavioral changes to the Charge Nurse.
Candidates must be a graduate of a CMA program and hold a valid CMA certification in the state of employment. A valid CPR certification is required, and six months of experience in a long-term care environment is preferred.
Description We are looking for caring individual to join our team to help care for our residents. You must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide. Shifts available include some weekends and evening shifts. If you are interested in knowing more please submit an application.
A Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering routine medications to residents/patients Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.
Other Functions Perform other duties as assigned. Maintains resident/patient confidentiality. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong knowledge of medical and pharmacological terminology. Ability to manage medications for a large number of patients without making dosage or other medicationerrors. Understanding of HIPAA.
Education Graduate of a CMA program required.
Licenses/Certification Valid certification as a CMA in the state of employment. Valid CPR certification
Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.