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Certified Medication Aide (MA-C)-REQUIRED

Canton Christian Home, Inc
Canton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2024 CLOSED ON 2/2/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medication Aide (MA-C)-REQUIRED position at Canton Christian Home, Inc?

Job Title: Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (6:30am-11:00am)
Job Summary
This job description outlines the responsibilities and requirements for a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) position. The CMA's primary purpose is to assist in the safe and effective administration of medications to residents, following the guidelines and standards of the facility and state regulations. Here’s a breakdown of the key components:
Primary Purpose
  • Administer medications under the guidance of the attending physician, nurse, and Director of Nursing.
  • Follow the facility’s policies and state requirements related to medication administration.
Responsibilities
1. Administrative Functions
  • Comply with facility policies for medication administration.
  • Report and document medication errors.
  • Participate in facility surveys and complete administrative tasks (forms, reports, etc.).
2. Committee Functions
  • Attend care plan meetings and contribute to quality improvement programs related to medication administration.
3. Medication Administration Functions
  • Prepare, administer, and document medications accurately.
  • Monitor and report residents' reactions to medications.
  • Manage medication inventories and handle discontinued medications.
  • Be familiar with commonly used medications and medical terminology.
4. Staff Development Functions
  • Attend training programs on safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in ongoing education and in-service training sessions.
Working Conditions
  • Work involves movement across different areas (drug rooms, residents' rooms).
  • Exposure to stressful situations (upset residents, visitors) and possible hazardous materials (infectious waste, chemicals).
  • Flexible working hours including weekends, holidays, and emergency call-backs.
Qualifications
  • Must have completed a state-approved CMA training program.
  • Strong communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with patience and tact.
  • Physical ability to move and lift items up to 25 pounds and cope with the mental and physical stress of the job.
Physical and Safety Considerations
  • Includes repetitive motions, and prolonged standing, sitting, or bending.
  • Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous chemicals.
The CMA must be ready to follow strict protocols and act with care when dealing with medications and residents, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.
Excellent progressive benefits:
  • Shift differential
  • Premium pay
  • Attendance bonus
  • Flexible schedule
  • Vacation Time Off
  • Sick Time Off
  • 401(k) Match
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance

Salary : $18 - $22

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