Medication Aide

CARIN Alliance; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Assistant to safely administer prescribed medications, monitor residents, and document care accurately. You will collaborate with nursing staff and an interdisciplinary team to support independence and dignity for residents.

This role requires current certification as a Medication Assistant, strong attention to detail, and compassionate teamwork with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Medication Assistant.
• Strong attention to detail for medication safety and documentation.
• Compassionate, respectful approach to seniors and teamwork with clinical staff.
• Ability to observe, report, and respond appropriately to resident condition changes.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer prescribed medications according to applicable regulations and community policies.
• Monitor residents for side effects and observe changes in condition.
• Document medication administration and care accurately and promptly.
• Assist with activities of daily living to support independence and dignity.
• Communicate resident concerns and condition changes to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a resident-first, mission-driven environment.

Skills

Certification as Medication Assistant

Attention to detail

Compassionate teamwork

Observation and reporting

Job description

Certified Medication Assistant

to support residents in a senior living community through safe medication administration, resident monitoring, and accurate documentation.

• Safely administer prescribed medications according to applicable regulations and community policies.
• Monitor residents for side effects and observe changes in condition.
• Document medication administration and care accurately and promptly.
• Assist with activities of daily living to support independence and dignity.
• Communicate resident concerns and condition changes to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a resident-first, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current certification as a Medication Assistant.
• Strong attention to detail for medication safety and documentation.
• Compassionate, respectful approach to seniors and teamwork with clinical staff.
• Ability to observe, report, and respond appropriately to resident condition changes.