Evening Medication Aide for Senior Living

United Health Services, Inc.; Village of Endicott (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

United Health Services (UHS) Senior Living at Ideal is seeking a Resident Medication Assistant to support safe medication administration and daily resident care. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor meds, respond to needs, and help coordinate appointments to ensure comfort, dignity, and independence for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance within an environment focused on compassionate, high-quality care for seniors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support certification is required (may be obtained within 3 months of hire).
• Up to 1 year of experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function.
• Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public.

Responsibilities

• Supervise resident medication administration in accordance with physician orders, New York State regulations, and UHS Senior Living policies to ensure safety and accuracy
• Monitor and document medication ingestion, resident responses, and health observations to support quality care, regulatory compliance, and continuity across care teams
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, and nutrition, promoting dignity, comfort, and independence
• Respond to emergency call systems, assess resident needs, and initiate appropriate interventions or referrals to ensure timely and effective care delivery
• Maintain medication cart inventory and supplies, including ordering, auditing, and ensuring medications are stored, labeled, and unexpired per clinical standards
• Coordinate medical, dental, and behavioral health appointments, preparing documentation and supporting residents throughout the care experience
• Document resident care, communications, and updates in accordance with HIPAA and organizational standards to ensure accurate, compliant health records

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

United Health Services (UHS) Senior Living at Ideal is seeking a Resident Medication Assistant to support safe medication administration and daily resident care. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor meds, respond to needs, and help coordinate appointments to ensure comfort, dignity, and independence for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance within an environment focused on compassionate, high-quality care for seniors.