Certified Medication Aide Assisted Living AL Part Time Evening

Acclaim at East Beach AL & MC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community seeks a Medication Technician who will supervise medication administration and provide personal care to residents in Norfolk, Virginia. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant certification, and strong interpersonal skills. Offering a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, this role emphasizes a passion for helping seniors.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Early access to earned wages via DailyPay

Qualifications

• 1 month of experience in senior living preferred.
• Proficiency in English for communication and emergency response.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise self-administered medication for residents.
• Provide personal care including bathing and dressing.
• Document relevant information and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medication Technician certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

• Responsible for supervising self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department, ensuring compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines, under the direction of the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director.
• Count and sign all narcotics on an approved form with authorized personnel before accepting medication keys. Report discrepancies immediately to a supervisor.
• Order necessary medication and treatments from the pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supplies are below 7 days.
• Notify the supervisor when supplies are below 2 days and medication has not been received.
• Receive and verify all medication against pharmacy labels and MARs. Report discrepancies to the pharmacy and DH&W.
• Store all medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
• Date all vials or bottles upon initial opening, following pharmacy protocols on usage duration.
• Conduct weekly inspections to remove expired medications.
• Compare current MARs with new ones at changeover and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Remove discontinued medications from the med cart and hand them to the supervisor.
• Provide personal care to residents, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
• Administer general nursing care, such as taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
• Document relevant information in the daily log and notify the supervisor of concerns.
• Assist residents with calls and needs as assigned.
• Clean all medicine carts daily at shift end, restocking as needed, and perform weekly deep cleaning.
• Participate in staff training and in-service sessions.
• Maintain accurate records, including preparing medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring completeness within 48 hours per policies and regulations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, or 1-3 months of related experience/training, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 month of experience, preferably in senior living.
• Current Medication Technician certification as per state regulations.
• Proficiency in English for communication and emergency response.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Team player with a passion for helping seniors.

Additional Information:

Senior Lifestyle offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, and paid time off. Employees can access earned wages early via DailyPay. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempted for medical, religious, or personal reasons, subject to applicable laws.