Certified Medication Specialist

Company: Mosaic
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

We have full time, days and evenings, available! Requires a copy or picture of CMA prior to interview.

Starting Wage:

DSP/Med Aide/CMA- $14.50+ per hour based on years experience

CMS- $15.50+ per hour based on years experience

If making a positive impact in the lives of others is always on your to-do list you'll LOVE working with a team that puts people first.

We're looking for a Certified Medication Specialist to join our team!

As a Certified Medication Specialist, you'll be responsible for administering routine medications to the people we serve as directed by the prescribing physician and providing support as requested by the supervisor.

Who will love this job:

A proud advocate - you naturally stand up for people while remaining compassionate, responsive, inventive, and effective

A go-getter - you're always looking for ways to add value, do better work, improve processes, build others up, and make the world a better place

A collaborator - you naturally draw people together while remaining calm and focused, even in emotionally charged situations

What you'll do:

Administer proper medication as directed by prescribing physician and in accordance with state certification, company policy, and CMA standards.
Document daily administration of medication and notify appropriate personnel of any medication errors.
Monitor medication inventory by properly disposing of any expired medications, and logging in new and refilled meds to ensure proper medication counts.
Monitor assigned home's inventory for proper labeling of medications
Detect, document and address signs of illness or injury which warrant medical or nursing intervention and perform first aid according to approved training as needed.

You should have:

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one-year related work experience
CMA Certification
Valid driver's license
Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred

Extras we think you'll love:

Competitive Pay
Health Insurance
Professional & Personal Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (you earn it from day one!)

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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