Full-Time Resident Medication Aide (6a-2p)

Great Lakes Management; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Management in Colorado is seeking a Medication Assistant to administer medications to residents and document administration in a safe, organized manner. You will prepare medications, ensure accuracy, maintain confidentiality, and participate in monthly trainings. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

This full-time role requires six months of long-term care experience and registration as a trained medication assistant is preferred.

Qualifications

• Registration as a TMA preferred.
• Minimum six month experience in long term care or assisted living residence.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must be able to prioritize, and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Must work as a team member with other personnel.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• Must be punctual, with good attendance record.
• Must remain calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents using the MAR as a guide.
• Prepare medication with Right Drug, Right time, Right route, Right resident, Right dosage.
• Ensure confidentiality of resident medication among residents, staff and families.
• Document legibly all resident concerns made while administering the medication.
• Complete resident treatments as outlined in the Treatment Administration Record.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of medication cart.
• Restock medication cart after all medication passes are completed.
• Be accountable for medication errors and report immediately.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and other scheduled training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Reading & writing English

Job description

Great Lakes Management in Colorado is seeking a Medication Assistant to administer medications to residents and document administration in a safe, organized manner. You will prepare medications, ensure accuracy, maintain confidentiality, and participate in monthly trainings. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

This full-time role requires six months of long-term care experience and registration as a trained medication assistant is preferred.