MEDIKO is a privately-owned, correctional healthcare provider headquartered in Richmond, VA. We proudly provide compassionate, comprehensive medical and mental health services to the underserved population in correctional facilities. At MEDIKO, our people are our most important resource, and this position will support our rapid growth.

We are looking for a Certified Medication Aide - VA for our Richmond City Justice Center to join a diverse team who brings knowledge and skills from a variety of backgrounds. Our healthcare providers have autonomy when caring for patients and use strong assessment skills to quickly identify risk factors and provide quality patient care.

What You’ll Do:

• Healthcare providers generally support and assist with patient care for the residents in the facility.
• Dispenses oral, inhalation, and topical medications to patients.
• Stocks the medication cart.
• Records what medications and dosages were given for the day.
• Manages and maintains pharmacy stocks of medicine and medical supplies.
• Respond to requests from Security Staff as well as Mediko Staff in accordance with Mediko and Facility Guidelines. This includes following the rules and regulations for employee conduct/behavior and chain of command set forth by the command staff at all times while working within the detention/correctional facility.

What We Require:

• Completion of and certified as a Certified Medication Aide
• One year experience as a Certified Medication Aide
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Criminal background check, Security Clearance and Drug Screening
• COVID Vaccination

What We Offer: (benefits vary based on FT, PT, or PRN status)

• Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
• Employer-paid Life insurance policy/AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan
• CEUs paid for by MEDIKO
• Generous paid time off including 10 Holidays
• Participation in the MEDIKO retirement plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please visit our website at www.mediko.com to learn more about opportunities at MEDIKO!

EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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