Correctional Medication Aide

Extended Job Title

Correctional Medication Aide

Position Description

This position assists in the overall operation of the Unit Medication Room and distributes clients medications from filled prescriptions.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CURRENT MEDICATION AIDE CERTIFICATION.

Major/Essential Functions

• Distributes and documents Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) inmates’ medications.
• Ensures drug room security, replaces unit working drug stock and maintains the upkeep of drug room and pharmaceutical equipment.
• Enters medication compliance in the TDCJ pharmacy computer system and performs all duties within the limits of the Medication Aide Permit and according to the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) and TDCJ policy and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent and current credential from the Texas Department of State Health Services, OR Successful completion of a certified medication aide training course and passage of State exam.

Pay Grade Minimum

$21.88 hourly

Pay Grade Maximum

$23.00 hourly

Pay Basis

Hourly

Shift

Night