Medication Aide for Senior Care - Flexible Hours & Benefits

Cascadia Senior Living; Keizer (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential for night shift

Shift coverage bonus

Sick time accrues

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Cascadia Assistance Fund

Job summary

Cascadia Senior Living in Keizer, Oregon seeks a Medication Aide to administer and assist with routine and non-injectable medications under the guidance of the Director of Nursing Services. You will support resident dignity, monitor health, document care, and communicate with physicians, families, and pharmacy to ensure timely medication delivery.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current First Aid and CPR, a Food Handler card, and ability to read and write English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Food Handler Card required.
• Criminal background and fingerprint check required.

Responsibilities

• Administers and assists with routine and non-injectable medications as ordered.
• Monitors residents as directed and notes changes for nursing staff.
• Maintains accurate medication records and reports discrepancies.
• Communicates with physicians, pharmacies, residents, and families to ensure timely delivery of medications.
• Performs other duties as assigned and supports caregivers in job tasks.

Skills

Compassion for seniors

Communication with residents

Reading and writing English

Independent work

Flexibility (weekends/holidays)

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current First Aid and CPR Certification

Food Handler Card

Criminal background and fingerprint check

Job description

Cascadia Senior Living in Keizer, Oregon seeks a Medication Aide to administer and assist with routine and non-injectable medications under the guidance of the Director of Nursing Services. You will support resident dignity, monitor health, document care, and communicate with physicians, families, and pharmacy to ensure timely medication delivery.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current First Aid and CPR, a Food Handler card, and ability to read and write English.