Medication Aide

Deercreekseniorliving; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in Orange, California, is seeking a Medication Aide to provide essential support to residents in administering medications and assisting with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate approach and effective communication skills.

This position is critical for ensuring medication is administered safely while promoting resident independence and dignity in a warm community atmosphere.

Successful candidates will complete necessary training and maintain certification as required. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $20.00-$26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state regulations.
• Maintains up‑to‑date medication certification requirements.
• Prior direct care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents.
• Observe and document medication effects in residents’ records.
• Support residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Effective oral and written communication

Self-supervising and self-motivating

Adaptable and flexible

Problem solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our senior living community is currently seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community.

We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

• Celebration
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Customer Second (Employee First!)
• Ownership

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. The aide observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, and communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. The aide encourages resident independence, supports resident choice, and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
• Maintains up‑to‑date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self‑supervising, self‑motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Pay Rate

"$20.00-$26.00 per hour."

Located in beautiful Orange County, California, MainPlace Senior Living provides a home‑centered atmosphere that our residents are delighted to call home. With no buy‑in fees and convenient month‑to‑month payment plans, our residents choose how they want to live rather than being told how to live.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.