Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)- Part Time- All Shifts

Senior Lifestyle; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Medication Technicians. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring residents receive the highest quality of care. Your responsibilities will include supervising medication administration, providing personal care, and maintaining accurate medical records. This position offers a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of seniors. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Access to Earned Wages Early

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent or related experience/training.
• Current Medication Technician certification as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise medication administration in compliance with regulations.
• Provide personal care to residents including bathing and grooming.
• Document relevant information in daily logs and report concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Supervise self-administered medication in the Memory Care Department, ensuring compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle guidelines, under the direction of the LPN/LVN/RN or the Director of Health & Wellness.
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 medications and treatments from the pharmacy or notify responsible parties when supplies are below 7 days.
4. Notify supervisor when supplies are less than 2 days and medication has not been received.
5. Receive and verify all medications against pharmacy labels and MARs; report 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 opening and follow pharmacy protocols on usage duration.
8. Conduct weekly inspections to remove expired medications.
9. Compare current MARs with new MARs at 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, including vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
13. Document relevant information in the daily log and report concerns to the supervisor.
14. Assist residents with calls and needs as assigned.
15. Clean and restock medication carts daily and perform deep cleaning weekly.
16. Participate in staff training and in-service sessions.
17. Prepare and complete medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring records are complete within 48 hours, adhering to policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or 1-3 months of related experience/training, or an equivalent combination.
• Minimum of 1 month of experience; experience in senior living preferred.
• Current Medication Technician certification, depending on 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 earned wages early through DailyPay. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempted for medical, religious, or personal reasons, with applicable exclusions.