Medication aide

Deercreekseniorliving; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in Tucson, Arizona, is looking for a compassionate Medication Aide to administer medications and support residents with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and prior direct care experience.

You will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference in our residents' lives. A successful candidate should exhibit effective communication skills and demonstrate problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Must meet age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments to residents following regulations.
• Communicate concerns with designated personnel.
• Support residents with daily living activities.
• Encourage resident independence and dignity.

Skills

Compassion

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

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. If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and facility requirements; observes medication intake, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, and correctly documents required information in medication administration records.
• Communicates concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• 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.
• Demonstrates compassion and empathy in personal interactions.
• Exhibits 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 or tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrates problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.