Certified Medical Technician (CMT) - Evenings 3p-11p
Job Description
The Certified Medical Technician (CMT) is a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) who is responsible for the medication administration of the assigned nursing unit in long-term care or skilled care facilities. The C.M.T. performs all essential job functions of a Certified Nursing Assistant while ensuring the accurate administration of medications, as directed by nursing administration.
Responsibilities
- Able to administer medication by oral, rectal, topical, inhalation, eye or ear routes under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
- Maintain medication cart and ensure that storage areas are clean, neat, and appropriately locked.
- Obtain permission from a licensed nurse before administering PRN medication.
- Perform counts of non-narcotic medications with a medication technician or licensed nurse at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Check the supply of medications for each resident and coordinate with nursing staff for any reorder medication needs.
- Take vital signs correctly and report any significant changes in resident condition or vital signs to the Charge Nurse or Supervisor promptly.
- Document medication administered on MAR per facility policy and procedures.
- Work comfortably with frequent interruptions and emotional residents/patients and family members.
- Communicate effectively with medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Must show CNA-M coursework listed on State of Maine CNA certification.
- Ability to work independently and with flexibility while exhibiting personal integrity.
Schedule
This position requires the candidate to work the evening shift from 3 PM to 11 PM.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!