Medication Aide: Precision & Compliance Advocate

Lakeview Post Acute; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeview Post Acute in Missouri is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to accurately administer medications to residents and document procedures in the medical record. The role requires adherence to facility policies, reporting errors, and participating in QA programs to improve safety and accuracy of medication handling.

You will verify patient identities, monitor for adverse reactions, and assist in ongoing education to maintain certification and high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, procedures, or regulations.
• Must be able to write reports, correspondence, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies and procedures for administering medications.
• Prepare, administer, and document oral/topical medications as ordered.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration; document all administrations.
• Observe and report medication errors or reactions and participate in QA programs.
• Assist in maintaining proper medication labeling, storage, and destruction procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and report any HIPAA concerns.

Skills

Reading & writing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved Medication Aide training

Job description

Lakeview Post Acute in Missouri is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to accurately administer medications to residents and document procedures in the medical record. The role requires adherence to facility policies, reporting errors, and participating in QA programs to improve safety and accuracy of medication handling.

You will verify patient identities, monitor for adverse reactions, and assist in ongoing education to maintain certification and high-quality resident care.