Certified Medication Technician jobs in Arkansas
Certified Medication Technician administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under immediate supervision. Administers medications using proper dosage, route, timing, and techniques. Being a Certified Medication Technician verifies the identity of the patient receiving medication. Records the name of the drug, the dosage, the time of administration, and any other relevant information on specified forms or records. Additionally, Certified Medication Technician takes vital signs and observes patient to detect response to medication. Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification. Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. Certified Medication Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Certified Medication Technician jobs
Certified Medication Technician Aide CMT/QMA/CMA/L1MA
- Cedarhurst Senior Living
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Prairie, AR
FULL_TIME
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Can you be a real, true friend? Is it your nature to be open, listen deeply, know your heart, respond genuinely, and care as only a real friend cares? If so, we want to meet you.
Cedarhurst, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Certified Medication Aide at our Cedar Creek of Prairie Meadows community.
As a Certified Medication Technician, you will promote the delivery of resident care utilizing a team approach in conjunction with resident assistants, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Your role will be as a primary provider of resident care and distribution of medications and, in addition, will be to promote physical, personal, and emotional well-being of each resident and strive to maintain the ultimate goal, which is to return the resident to their maximum level of self-care and independence, when possible.
As a Certified Medication Technician, working with the Director of Wellness, you will impact the lives of our residents by –- Provide direct resident care services including medicine distribution to residents. Follow individualized plan of care for all residents.
- Perform resident evaluations as required by the state standards/regulations and facility policy, under the direction of the Director of Wellness.
- Observe residents for change in condition and report any changes immediately to supervisor and/or the Executive Director.
- Provide timely interventions to change of condition and share this with care staff and family as instructed.
- Assist to complete and maintain current individualized care plan for each resident.
- Provide interim documentation as required to resident file. Attend all scheduled interdisciplinary resident care meetings.
- Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars, as assigned.
- Provide for/assist residents with activities of daily living as needed, including bathing/showering to schedule, oral care, toileting, dressing, etc.
- Assist residents with transfers and ambulation as directed, using proper body mechanics, and respond to urgent calls as needed.
- Participate in oversight and management of medication delivery system to include timely order entry, receipt and tracking as well as daily MAR documentation, narcotic count, and checking in medications in timely manner as assigned to ensure resident compliance to medication regime. Notifies pharmacy and supervisor of issues and seeks to resolve in timely manner.
- Provide glucose monitoring and administration of insulin (applicable for CMTs and insulin-certified CMAs/L1MA only)
- Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative – willing to go above and beyond to ensure our residents needs are met and they are comfortable in their living environment.
- Must remain flexible and have the ability to work weekends as necessary.
- High School Diploma or GED and must have current state certification for corresponding role (Certified Medication Technician (CMT), Qualified Medication Aide (QMA), Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Level 1 Med Aide (L1MA), Level 1 Med Aide (L1MA) – insulin certified)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required.
- At least one (1) year of related work experience is preferred, preferably in senior care, and possess a general knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding Assisted Living care, as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times with the ability to effectively perform conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees and others as needed.
- Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job which includes, but is not limited to: seeing, speaking, touching, walking, standing, bending, reaching overhead, crouching/kneeling or crawling, as well as the ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs independently and up to 100lbs with assistance.
- Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with a strong sense of accountability for results.
- Must possess a general knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding senior living care, as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living.
- Knowledgeable in computer applications such as: Microsoft Office & electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Our core values describe our expectation that every team member will be Passionate, Trustworthy, Empathetic, Positive, Respectful and Approachable – and in every way a real, true friend of those we serve.
- To be a Cedarhurst team member means you’re devoted to doing The Friend’s Work: In your every effort, you reassure, energize, and inspire older adults in Cedarhurst.
- Cedarhurst believes that its team is its greatest asset. For this reason, we provide our team members with extensive training as well as personal and career development opportunities.
- Cedarhurst believes in promoting from within. We seek team members who wish to grow with us.
- Cedarhurst offers a competitive benefits package including medical insurance coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage and a 401(k) Plan with company match (after 1 year of service).
- Cedarhurst offers wages on-demand which allows you to access your earned wages before your payday.
- Cedarhurst considers the health and safety of its patients, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, encouraged to participate in COVID-19 vaccine program, participating in testing requirements (COVID-19 and TB) and using designated PPE when required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. - 8 Days Ago
Certified medication
- Nashville Nursing and Rehab
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Nashville, AR
FULL_TIME
- Nashville Nursing and Rehab - Job Title : Medication Assistant-Certified (MA-C) Reports To : Director of Nursing and / or Assistant Director of Nursing Summary He / she is responsible for preparing, a...
- 10 Days Ago
Certified medication
- Southern Pines Health and Rehab
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Prescott, AR
FULL_TIME
- Southern Pines Health and Rehab - Job Title : Medication Assistant-Certified (MA-C) Reports To : Director of Nursing and / or Assistant Director of Nursing $1000 SIGN ON BONUS Must have taken state bo...
- 20 Days Ago
Certified medication
- Village Springs Health and Rehabilitation
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Hot Springs, AR
FULL_TIME
- Village Springs Health and Rehabilitation - MA-C Certificate / ASBN Portal verification required Training is available for C.N.A.'s with 1 year experience Shifts available : 7A-7P 7A-7P 7P-7A Reports ...
- 20 Days Ago
Cma certified medication
- Sanford Health
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Osceola, AR
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Kno...
- 20 Days Ago
Certified Medication Aide
- The Blossoms at Cumberland
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Little Rock, AR
FULL_TIME
- The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) will administer medications with safety techniques and sound judgment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The person holding this position is delegated the r...
- 2 Months Ago
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Certified Medication Technician
- Diversicare of Chanute
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Chanute, KS
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- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- Diversicare of Sedgwick
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Sedgwick, KS
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Certified Medication Technician
- Centurion Health
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Pocatello, ID
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- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
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Jamestown, KY
- Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation - Position Type: Full Time Certified Medication Tech! Benefits: new wage scale for C...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- Transitions Healthcare Washington PA
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Washington, PA
- Transitions Healthcare Washington PA - Med Tech - Full Time 2pm - 10pm Transitions Healthcare Washington PA is currently...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- Yorktown Nursing & Rehab Center
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Yorktown, TX
- Overview: Discover Whats Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts th...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- Diversicare
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Larned, KS
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- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medication Technician
- North Village Park, LLC
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Moberly, MO
- Job description North Village Park Healthcare Center, a skilled nursing facility, located at 2041 Silva Lane, Moberly, M...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Arkansas
Arkansas (/ˈɑːrkənsɔː/ AR-kən-saw)[c] is a state in the southern region of the United States, home to over 3 million people as of 2018. Its name is of Siouan derivation from the language of the Osage denoting their related kin, the Quapaw Indians. The state's diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta.
Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd...
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Income Estimation for Certified Medication Technician jobs
$30,699 to $36,715
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What does a Certified Medication Technician do?
Certified Medication Technician in Cheyenne, WY
Yes they can Administer prescribed medications to patients.
January 06, 2020
Certified Medication Technician in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Also referred to as Medical Aide Technicians, their duties include monitoring patients, reporting changes, and collecting samples.
January 17, 2020
Applicants must be Certified Nurse Assistant in Missouri employed in an approved training facility, must pass the TABE test (given at The Career and Technology Center), and be a high school graduate or equivalent prior to the start of the course.
January 27, 2020
Certified Medication Technician in La Crosse, WI
A certified medication technician (CMT) is a person who has successfully completed a 20-hour medication technician class/course taught by a registered nurse (RN) and has registered with the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) as certified medication technician (CMT).
December 14, 2019