About this opportunity
State of Montana lists this Certified Medication Aide opportunity in lewistown, Montana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Medication Aide
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the HCFD/MMHNCC for a Certified Medication Aide. The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering medications to residents with mental health disorders in a State of Montana long term care facility under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position may at times be called on to perform Certified Nurse Aide duties.
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Lift 15 pounds frequently/50 pounds occasionally
Remain on feet (stand or walk) for extended periods of time
Work is of medium to heavy demand necessitating walking, standing, bending, lifting.
Must have hearing and visual acuity.
Exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors): Required for the first day of work:
Communicate effectively. Good organizational skills.
Able to pass medicines in a long-term facility
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Must be a Certified Nurse Aide
Two years of experience in a long-term care or hospital setting
High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensed as a Medication Aide II in the State of Montana
Salary: $27.41 - 27.41 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 2
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Primary Location: Lewistown
Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services
Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees
Contact Name: Lori Jones | Contact Email: | Contact Phone: 406/
Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Worksite address
lewistown, MT, 59457, US
Who can apply
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