Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - 1st shift Part-time
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How this pay compares
This posting states $19.85–$21.25 an hour. Open medication aide jobs in Iowa post a median of $20.55 an hour, the middle half $18.50–$22.01, across 15 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medication aides employed in Iowa earn a median of $18.92 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
At Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation, we love what we do, and have fun while we're doing it! Working with our residents is an adventure. They've led amazing lives and have the stories to prove it. Here, you'll join a community of incredible residents and a company dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and care. We value kind and compassionate care and respect our residents and staff like family.
MUST HAVE CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (60 hours)
Shifts: 1st shift 6:00am-2:00pm 7am-3pm for FT
Benefits
- Competitive salary earn up to $21.25 an hour
- Pickup Bonus $25 per 4 hours
- Perfect Attendance Bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision plans
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan
- Generous Vacation Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internal growth opportunities
- Referral bonus
- Positive work environment
- Regular staff appreciation and recognition
Job Description
- Assess the residents’ needs and assist in developing and following individual care plans
- Assure quality care is delivered through the utilization of CMA processes and guidelines
- Identify and communicate changes in residents’ status to physicians, staff, and family members
- Administer medications, and other direct care as prescribed and indicated
- Communicate appropriate information to all staff to provide a smooth shift transition
- Report any suspected abuse to appropriate authority
- Document appropriately as needed or required in PCC
- Push/pull 30 pounds of force required to move medication carts and to transport residents in wheelchair
Qualifications
- Certified Medication Aide for the State of Iowa (60 hour class)
- Current CPR certification
Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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From Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Pillar of Cedar Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation hires nursing assistants, caregivers and nurses in Waterloo, Iowa.
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