What are the responsibilities and job description for the Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA) position at Centurion Health?
Pay Ranges from $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on years of experience! Plus Shift Differentials!
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full-time Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA) to join our team at Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center located in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
The Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA) Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing / nursing designee, administers medications as prescribed; and documents the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Preferred to have current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification from the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) or the Department of Mental Health (DMH) which may also be referred to as DD Medication Aide (mo.tmutest.com).
- Insulin certification preferred.
- Must complete required continuing education to maintain certification (minimum of four (4) hours of medication administration training every two (2) years). Required training will be documented and maintained in Employee File.
- Must be actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
- If not already Level 1 Medication Aide certified applicant must successfully complete internal level one medication aide and insulin training to maintain employment beyond probationary period.
- Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
- One year experience in acute care, emergency or correctional setting preferred.
Available Shift: Days, 7:00am-7:30pm, 3-12s and every other weekend
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
- Much more...
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Salary : $20 - $23
