What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Assistant Certified (MA-C) Certified Medication Technician (CMT) position at Quail Run Health and Rehab?
Come be a part of our Amazing Team at Quail Run Health and Rehab!!
We are hiring for a CMT (Certified Med Tech) / Medication Assistant - Certified (MA-C)
Shifts Available:
6AM-2PM
2PM-10PM
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality healthcare services and the greatest variety of healthcare options to the residents of Arkansas and surrounding communities that we serve. We strive to create the highest quality of life possible for our patients. Our lifestyle provides a warm, comfortable, and rewarding experience, not only for the patients that choose us, but for their families, our associates, and everyone who helps make us a premier healthcare provider.
Purpose of Your Job:
The primary purpose of your CMT (Certified Medication Technician) / MA-C position is to administer oral and topical medications to each of your assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the patient’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors. The CMT must perform administration of medications and Med cart tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. CMT’s also will provide CNA duties as needed or directed by the Charge Nurse.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with Reliance Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
- Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents based upon 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, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
- Answer’s resident call lights, anticipates resident’s needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift.
- Observes for and reports 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/health care errors.
- Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Holds a current CMT/ MA-C license in this state in good standing.
- Is currently listed in good standing on the state’s certified nurse aide registry,
- Has completed at least one (1) continuous year of full-time experience as a certified nurse aide in this state.
- Holds a current CNA license in this state in good standing
Benefits:
We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life/AD&D, supplemental critical illness/accident/cancer/disability, and paid holidays!
Quail Run is an EOE.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
License/Certification:
- MA-C / CMT license (Required)
Work Location: In person