Assistant Resident Care Director (Sun-Thurs)

MedStar Health; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Assistant Resident Care Director dedicated to the well-being of seniors. You will support the Resident Care Director with administrative tasks and assist in the administration of medications while ensuring compliance with care standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, medication knowledge, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment to improve the lives of our residents.

Benefits

Competitive Health Plan

Company paid life insurance

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

401K with Company Match Retirement Program

Paid Time Off programs

Free meals at communities

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or G.E.D. preferred.
• Training: 8 hours medication administration training.
• Skills in communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updating resident information.
• Review orders in Electronic Health Record.
• Ensure department coverage and scheduling.

Skills

Communication

Medication administration knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school graduate or G.E.D.

8 hours approved medication administration training

Job description

Description

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California's older adults for over 55 years. With over 1,700 employees and 28 communities and services in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build your career.

Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of our team members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including a 401K retirement fund matching program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Competitive Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage


• Company paid life insurance


• Wellness programs


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401K with Company Match Retirement Program (Minimum eligibility requirements apply)


• Paid Time Off programs


• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available


• Free meals at communities

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

Position Summary:
The primary purpose of the Assistant Resident Care Director position, in addition to assisting residents with the self-administration of medications as ordered by the primary physician, is to assist the Resident Care Director with administrative and clinical tasks, scheduling, training team members, and resolve resident/family/employee concerns. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established residential care standards, policies, procedures and practices of this community and required by RCFE rules and regulations.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $25.59 to $33.84/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Assists with updating white board with current resident information.


• Review new orders in Electronic Health Record.


• Review UKG Dimensions time card exceptions.


• Ensure proper coverage and scheduling of department.


• Review staff attendance and provide report to Resident Care Director.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:
High school graduate or G.E.D. preferred. 8 hours approved medication administration training and satisfactory completion of 8 hours medication administration shadowing with an approved trainer. Proficient ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language.

Job Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of medications commonly prescribed to the elderly and ability to implement policies and procedures in assisting with medication dispensing. Working knowledge of RCFE regulations. Knowledge in performing personal care services in a residential environment. Ability to meet new and/or stressful situations with the appropriate responses. Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team, to share information freely, to use and seek supervision and consultation verbally and in writing, and be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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