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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Correctional Medication Aide- Certified or Trainee
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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).
$32,684 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Correctional Medication Aide- Certified or Trainee Abilene 45506BR Position Description Do you have a heart and passion for helping underserved people groups? Would you like to embark on a rewarding career path in healthcare, that impacts people's lives every day? No prior medical experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and grow. We have openings for Correctional Medication Aides and/or Correctional Medication Aide Trainees at both the Texas Department of Criminal Justice John Middleton Unit and the French M. Robertson Unit, in Abilene, Texas. You are invited to join our medical teams in providing healthcare services to individuals in these correctional facilities. Want to know more? At Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, we know that the most valuable resources we have are our people and our culture. People are the heart of who we are and what we do, and we want you on our team. We are looking for individuals that have passion, compassion, integrity, and a commitment for growth. This is your opportunity to join a supportive team where your ideas matter and your work truly make a difference. We are hiring both certified and non-certified Correctional Medication Aides. We offer in-house certification training for those that are interested, yet do not currently have experience or a certification. Correctional Medication Aides are a critical part of our quality healthcare teams and will work under direct supervision of our licensed nursing staff. As one of our Correctional Medication Aides, you will safely distribute necessary medications to individuals, monitor patients, and provide compassionate care. Robertson Unit Shifts Rotation Schedule, 3 Days On / 2