What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Assistant, Certified (MAC) position at Apple Creek Health and Rehab?
Apple Creek Health and Rehab is a beautiful 114 bed (all private room) facility and looking to add a dedicated and caring MA-C to our team. If you are looking for a facility that you can call home please come see us for a great opportunity.
**MUST HAVE A LICENSE THROUGH ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF NURSING**
For more information please visit - https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/asbn-medication-assistants-certified
What we’re looking for and what you’ll do – Our Medication Aides are extremely detail-oriented and possess in-depth knowledge of patient care procedures. Providing excellent patient care is a vital part of this job, which is why excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed as well as the following:
- Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients.
- Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care and medications.
- Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
- Record medication dosages and times.
- Respond to patient emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify patient needs.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be, as a minimum, a Medication Assistant, Certified (MA-C) .
- Must possess a valid and current certificate in Medication Administration for the state of Arkansas
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care
- Must be a minimum of twenty (20) years of age
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English
- Must have patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Must have active MA-C license through Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Ability to Commute:
- Centerton, AR 72719 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20