Medication Aide & Compliance Specialist

Loma Linda Assisted Living in; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda Assisted Living in is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to accurately administer medications, document treatments, and collaborate with health services staff. Responsibilities include error reporting, compliance with facility policies, and participating in quality assurance activities.

Qualified candidates possess a state license, high school diploma, and the ability to read and communicate effectively; training and ongoing education are encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school education or its equivalent required.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret procedures, regulations, and general information.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to managers and employees.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems with concrete variables.

Responsibilities

• Follow policies governing the administration of medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in medication administration.
• Assist in developing procedures to prevent medication errors and determine what/when/why errors occur.
• Complete required forms, charts, and reports; submit as required.
• Maintain professional relationships with Health Services staff, physicians, and pharmacists.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and surveys.
• Accurately prepare, administer, and document medications as ordered.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration.
• Document vital signs as applicable and ensure proper labeling and charting of meds.

Skills

Licensed Medication Aide

High school diploma

Reading & interpretation

Written communication

Mathematical basics

Reasoning ability

Education

Licensed Medication Aide with state certification

Job description

Loma Linda Assisted Living in is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to accurately administer medications, document treatments, and collaborate with health services staff. Responsibilities include error reporting, compliance with facility policies, and participating in quality assurance activities.

Qualified candidates possess a state license, high school diploma, and the ability to read and communicate effectively; training and ongoing education are encouraged.