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Springfield Skilled Care Center
Certified Medication Technician (CMT) *3,000 Sign-On Bonus*
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What they do
A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
$35,611 / year median in Missouri
+9% projected growth
Job Description
At Springfield Skilled Care Center, 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. Springfield Skilled Care Center 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 Springfield Skilled Care Center. Pay, Benefits & Perks of Certified Medication Technician (CMT): $3,000 Sign-on Bonus for full-time qualifying candidates ! Competitive Pay Based on Experience Shift Differential Pay Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance after 30 days of employment; immediately accrue more PTO as you work! 6 Observed Holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 Floating Holiday for full-time employees 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 Qualifications of Certified Medication Technician (CMT) : Active CMT and CNA certifications in the state of Missouri. Must have both licenses! Essential Functions of Certified Medication Technician (CMT) : Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse Must demonstrate knowledge of the "five rights" of medication administration Administers and records all medication given to residents based on 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 Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident's needs and makes rounds to assigned resident Observe for and report 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/healthcare errors Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality Administers PRN medications Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents Performs other duties as assigned Join us as a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) at Springfield Skilled Center today!