Certified Medication Aid, North Austin & Wimberley, TX — Austin
Certified Medication Aide (CMA) – Detox & Recovery
📍 North Austin*primary job site & Wimberley, TX 🕒 Full-Time or Part Time | 🏥 Residential Detox/Addiction Recovery Treatment
Do Work That Truly Matters
At Briarwood Detox & Nova Recovery Center, your work directly supports people during one of the most critical moments of their lives—the beginning of recovery. We’re looking for a Certified Medication Aide to join our dedicated nursing team in a residential detox and addiction recovery setting.
If you’re passionate about safe medication administration, teamwork, and compassionate care—and you want a role where your presence makes a real difference—we’d love to meet you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
✨ Meaningful, mission-driven work ✨ Supportive nursing leadership and team culture ✨ Competitive pay based on experience ✨ Full benefits for full-time employees ✨ Opportunity to work across two beautiful Central Texas locations
Your Role & Impact
As a Certified Medication Aide, you’ll work under the supervision of licensed nurses to ensure medications are administered safely and clients receive attentive, ethical care during detox and early recovery.
Responsibilities
- What You’ll Do
- Administer oral, inhaled, and topical medications under nurse supervision
- Verify client information and record vital signs
- Observe clients for medication reactions and report concerns promptly
- Assist nurses with client care, observation, and communication
- Document medication administration accurately in the EMR
- Maintain medication and medical supply inventory
- Ensure equipment is functioning, clean, and properly maintained
- Support nursing and admissions teams as needed
- Uphold confidentiality, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and continuing education
- Represent Briarwood/Nova Recovery with professionalism and compassion
- Work Environment
- Residential detox and addiction recovery setting
- Locations include North Austin and Wimberley
- Collaborative healthcare environment
- Regular use of computers, phones, and medical equipment
- Schedule & Availability
- Full-time position or Part-time Position
- Schedule assigned by nursing leadership
- Facilities operate 24/7, 365 days per year
- Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and varying shifts
- Travel Expectations
- This role may require travel between North Austin and Wimberley locations, as well as other Nova Recovery facilities within Texas. Flexibility is essential to supporting client care needs.
Qualifications
- What We’re Looking For
- Active Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
- CPR Certification
- Experience in detox, residential treatment, or healthcare preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
Benefits
- Full-Time Benefits Include:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Compensation
Pay Range: $17–$23 per hour, depending on experience and certifications