Licensed Medication Aide — Resident Care & Med Admin

Columbia Post Acute; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Post Acute in Columbia, SC seeks a Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications to residents under physician direction. You will follow facility policies, document administration, and participate in ongoing quality assurance activities.

The role requires a high school diploma, licensed Medication Aide credentials, and the ability to read and interpret regulations, write reports, and present information to staff and management.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Follow the policies and procedures governing administering medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Assist in developing procedures to prevent medication errors and document outcomes.
• Perform administrative tasks such as completing forms and reports as required.
• Maintain professional relationships with nursing staff, physicians, the Medical Director, and pharmacists.
• Assist in QA programs and committees impacting medication pass.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Columbia Post Acute in Columbia, SC seeks a Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications to residents under physician direction. You will follow facility policies, document administration, and participate in ongoing quality assurance activities.

The role requires a high school diploma, licensed Medication Aide credentials, and the ability to read and interpret regulations, write reports, and present information to staff and management.