Medication Aide

Deercreekseniorliving; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving, located in Whittier, California, is currently seeking a skilled Medication Aide to join their team. The role involves administering prescribed medications to residents and observing their effects while providing support for daily living activities.

The ideal candidate will have completed medication assistance training and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a pay range of $19 - $20 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state regulations.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Direct care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents.
• Observe residents taking medications and document required information.
• Communicate concerns with the Wellness Director or designated personnel.
• Support residents with activities of daily living.
• Encourage resident independence and preserve resident dignity.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions

Effective oral and written communication skills

Self-supervising and self-motivating

Adaptable and flexible

Demonstrates problem solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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. If these core values resonate with you and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration.
• Observe residents taking medications, note effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, and correctly document the required information in the residents’ medication administration records.
• Communicate concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel.
• Support residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourage resident independence, support resident choice and preserve resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Pay and Equal Opportunity

Pay: $19 - $20 per hour, DOE.

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.