CMA Certified Medication Aide Full Time/Part-time (85846)
Colonial Village·Overland Park, Kansas
Colonial Village·Overland Park, Kansas
The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering medications and treatments under the supervision of a Charge Nurse. They also provide direct hands-on care, monitor resident health status, and assist with daily living activities.
We currently have openings in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living.
We value and are grateful for our Team Members. Below is a snapshot of our benefits to foster health and happiness for our team: Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only) Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family. 401(k) with company match PTO Holiday Premium Pay Volunteer Time Off Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials Referral Bonus Service Award Bonus Career Path Development Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment Fun & engaging team environment If you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care and you have a passion for seniors - keep reading! Role: We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide/Tech (CMA/CMT) to join our team! The Certified Medication Aide/Tech is responsible for passing medication under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse and to provide direct, hands-on care to residents.
Under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse, passes medication and provides treatments according to physician’s orders and in accordance with facility policy. Reports changes in resident’s condition immediately to the Charge Nurse. Reviews Tenant Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with tenant service needs and preferences. Reviews the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in tenant service needs and/or health conditions. Provides personal services to tenants as assigned and as indicated on Tenant Service Plans. Assists tenants with medications and/or treatments as assigned and allowed by regulation. Responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures. Assists in the dining room during meal times Assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed. Assists with individual tenant and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages tenant participation in activities. Monitors for changes in tenant needs, preferences, and/or health status, and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures. Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received. QualificationsQualifications: The Certified Medication Aide/Tech must have completed an approved training program and passed competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge to obtain certification as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Our Community is a part of a family of Retirement Communities which include: Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS Maggie’s Place of Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS Westchester Village, Lenexa KS Linden Woods Village, Gladstone, MO Raintree Village, Lee's Summit, MO Prairie Vista Village, Altoona, IA Terrace Glen Village, Marion, IA Cedar Ridge Village, West Des Moines, IA Northridge Village, Ames, IA Kennybrook Village, Grimes, IA We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law. Our family of retirement communities are proud to be a tobacco-free campus, including but not limited to electronic cigarettes. We follow CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines. #CertifiedMedicationAide #CMA #SeniorCare #SeniorLiving #ResidentCare
Candidates must have completed an approved training program and passed competency exams to be certified as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a Certified Medication Aide (CMA).
Market context
In Kansas, support-services roles in healthcare are often tied to patient coordination, discharge planning, and connecting families with resources, so demand tends to follow hospitals, clinics, and community care settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer social work training plus medical-field experience and may favor licensure such as LMSW or LSCSW. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your degree, license status, and any relevant medical experience before applying.
