Certified Medication Aide - Assisted Living - Part Time

Senior Lifestyle; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living seeks a Medication Technician to oversee medication administration and provide personal care to residents. The role requires strong communication and time management skills, along with a commitment to quality care. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Early Wage Access

Qualifications

• 1 month of experience; experience in senior living preferred.
• Current Medication Technician certification, as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department.
• Provide personal care to residents, including bathing and grooming.
• Document necessary information in the daily log.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Supervise 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.
2. Count and sign all narcotics on an approved form with authorized personnel before accepting medication keys. Report discrepancies immediately to a supervisor.
3. Order necessary medication and treatments from the pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supplies are below 7 days.
4. Notify the supervisor if supplies are less than 2 days and medications have not been received.
5. Receive and verify all medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, reporting discrepancies to the pharmacy and DH&W.
6. Ensure proper storage of medications, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
7. Date all vials or bottles upon initial opening and follow pharmacy protocols on usage duration.
8. Conduct weekly inspections to remove expired medications.
9. Compare current MARs with new MARs during changeover and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
10. Remove discontinued medications from the med cart and hand them to the supervisor.
11. Provide personal care to residents, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
12. Administer general nursing care such as vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
13. Document necessary information in the daily log and report concerns to the supervisor.
14. Assist residents with calls and needs as assigned.
15. Clean all medicine carts daily at the end of the shift and restock as needed.
16. Perform weekly deep cleaning of all medication carts.
17. Participate in staff training and in-service sessions.
18. Ensure all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions are prepared and complete within 48 hours, adhering to policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or 1-3 months of related experience or training, or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 month of experience; experience in senior living preferred.
• Current Medication Technician certification, as per state regulations.
• Proficiency in English for communication and emergency response.
• Basic computer skills, including 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 their wages early through DailyPay. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempted for medical, religious, or personal reasons, subject to applicable laws.