Certified Medication Aide Assisted Living Part Time

The Addison of Clen-Moore Place; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading assisted living facility in New Castle is seeking a Medication Technician to supervise medication administration and provide personal care to residents. The role includes ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with daily needs. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills. Additional benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Access to DailyPay

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related experience or training required.
• Current Medication Technician certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise self-administration of medication and ensure compliance.
• Provide personal care to residents including bathing and grooming.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare medical charts.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

• Responsible for supervising the self-administration of medication for the Assisted Living Department, ensuring compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines, as directed by 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. Immediately report discrepancies to a supervisor.
• Order necessary medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supplies are below 7 days.
• Notify the supervisor when supplies are less than 2 days and medication has not been received.
• Receive and verify all medication received against pharmacy labels and MARs. Report discrepancies to the pharmacy and DH&W.
• Ensure proper storage of all medications, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
• Date all vials or bottles at initial opening and follow pharmacy protocols regarding usage duration.
• Conduct weekly inspections of all medications to remove expired items.
• Compare current MARs with new MARs during changeovers and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Remove discontinued medications from the med cart and hand them over to the supervisor.
• Provide personal care to residents, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
• Administer general nursing care, including vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
• Document relevant information in the daily log and notify the supervisor of any concerns.
• Assist residents with calls and needs as assigned.
• Clean all medicine carts daily at the end of shifts and restock as needed.
• Perform weekly deep cleaning of all med carts.
• 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 policy and regulations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, or 1-3 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination.
• Minimum of 1 month of experience; senior living experience preferred.
• Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.
• Proficient in English for communication and emergency response.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skills and Personal Attributes:

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

Additional benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement plans, disability coverage, paid time off, and access to DailyPay. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempted for medical, religious, or personal reasons, subject to government regulations.