Medication Aide - Part-Time - 1st Shift

Lutheran Social Services.; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services is seeking a Part-Time Medication Aide for 1st Shift at Hultquist Place in Jamestown, NY. This role supports residents with the self-administration of medications under New York State guidelines, and under licensed nursing supervision.

The position emphasizes safe, dignified, resident-centered care. Work hours are 6:00 AM–2:00 PM with a rotating holiday schedule; pay is $17.00–$18.50 per hour and part-time status means no benefits unless hours/eligibility change.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successful completion of in-house medication assistance training program, including demonstrated competency, provided upon hire.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Preferred: 1-3 years of medication assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications per service plans.
• Follow MAR/eMAR documentation and medication assistance procedures.
• Observe and report changes in condition, side effects, or refusals.
• Document assistance accurately and timely.
• Ensure proper medication storage and safety practices.
• Promote resident independence, dignity, and privacy.
• Collaborate with nurses, aides, and the care team.
• Participate in required training and quality initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hultquist Place Assisted Living | Jamestown, NY
Part-Time | 1st Shift | Non-Exempt
$17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)

Join Our Team at Hultquist Place

Hultquist Place Assisted Living is seeking a Part-Time Medication Aide for 1st Shift to support our residents and care team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a new and growing role that focuses on resident-centered care, safety, and independence.

If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working with older adults, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Medication Aide assists residents in our Assisted Living Program (ALP) with the self-administration of medications in accordance with New York State regulations and individualized service plans.

This role supports resident safety, dignity, and independence while working under the direction of licensed nursing staff.

What You’ll Do

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications per service plans
• Follow MAR/eMAR documentation and medication assistance procedures
• Observe and report changes in condition, side effects, or refusals
• Document assistance accurately and timely
• Ensure proper medication storage and safety practices
• Promote resident independence, dignity, and privacy
• Collaborate with nurses, aides, and the care team
• Participate in required training and quality initiatives

Important Scope of Role

This position is non-clinical and follows NYS ALP/ACF guidelines:

• No medication administration
• No clinical assessments or nursing judgment
• No interpretation of physician orders
• All work performed under licensed nursing supervision

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Successful completion of Hultquist Place’s in-house medication assistance training program, including demonstrated competency, is required prior to independent assignment and will be provided upon hire
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively
• Strong attention to detail and reliability

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of experience with medication assistance
• Experience in assisted living, long-term care, or healthcare
• Experience working with older adults

Schedule

• Part-Time, 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
• Part-time team members commit to working a minimum of four shifts each bi-weekly pay period, consisting of:
  • Every other weekend, and
  • Two additional weekday shifts
• Schedule includes a holiday rotation to support resident care
• Additional shifts may be available for team members interested in increasing their hours
• $17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)
• This is a part-time position and is not benefit-eligible. PTO is not provided for part-time employees unless you consistently work 40 or more hours every pay period.
• Full-time employees are eligible for PTO and a comprehensive benefits package

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to be part of a new care model and growing team
• Meaningful work that supports resident independence and well-being
• Opportunities for training and career growth

Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.