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).
At Steelville Care and Rehab, 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. Steelville Care and Rehab 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 Steelville Care and Rehab.
Available Shifts:
Day Shift Pay, Benefits & Perks of Certified Medication Technician (CMT): Competitive Pay Based on Experience 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 Steelville Care and Rehab today!
EEO Statement:
Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees' legally-protected characteristics ("protected class") including age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information. IND123
