Geriatric Medication Aide Compassionate Resident Care

Award Care; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Award Care is seeking a compassionate Medication Technician to assist residents with daily living activities in a care setting. You will supervise medication administration and insulin-related tasks, monitor health, and document changes in status.

Applicants should be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and complete required state training or orientation. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork in providing high-quality elder care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Medication Technician Training may be required by state.
• Ability to read and communicate at an adequate level.
• Ability to care for seniors with dignity and respect.
• Caregivers must complete new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, mobility).
• Supervise residents with prescribed medication and insulin-related tasks.
• Monitor health, safety, and wellbeing of residents.
• Document changes in residents' status and needs.
• Report concerns to supervisor and coworkers; respond to emergencies.
• Promote teamwork and safe environment for residents.

Skills

Reading skills

Communication with clients

Respectful care

Orientation completion

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medication Technician Training

Job description

Award Care is seeking a compassionate Medication Technician to assist residents with daily living activities in a care setting. You will supervise medication administration and insulin-related tasks, monitor health, and document changes in status.

Applicants should be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and complete required state training or orientation. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork in providing high-quality elder care.