Role OverviewAs a Medication Assistant, you will assist residents in administering their daily medication. The role requires a licensed Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) with experience in healthcare, geriatrics, caregiving, or working with the elderly population. The position entails standing for long periods of time and requires good organization skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
What You Will Do
Prepare and administer medication and treatments as ordered by physician, verify identity of resident before administering medication or treatment, follow hand-washing policy for medication passing, and order medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The role requires a compassionate and empathetic individual with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. The employee must be willing to assist residents based on their cognitive level and maintain the self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous Healthcare, Geriatrics, Caregiving, or experience working with the elderly population
- Ability to adjust to many types of personalities and situations
- Must have aptitude for dementia-related situations
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have current CPR and First Aid certification
- Must have CMA certification
- Must have a TB clearance
Benefits
- 2 Free scrub tops
- Wages On-Demand – early access before pay day
- Full benefits and PTO provided for Full Time employees
- Holiday Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
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