Medication Assistant - Assisted Living

Job Description

Job Description

Medication Assistant
Starting Wages: $16.00-$24.00 per Hour

MediLodge is proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association!

Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company to call home? MediLodge of Grand Rapids offers you a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members who will support and guide you along your career path. At the end of each day, your professional success and personal fulfilment will be your reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents.

We are now accepting applications for a Medication Assistant. Come see what a career at MediLodge of Grand Rapids will mean for you!

Healthcare and Specialty Benefits:

• Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield .
• Affordable Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family.
• We know your pet is family too! Three Pet Insurance options available to choose from.
• We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions.
• Flexible pay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet
• Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexibility in scheduling ; ask us what options are available.
• Excellent career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K retirement program
• Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!

Summary:
The Medication Assistant coordinates and administers medication to assisted living residents as assigned. Licenses/Certification:

• Must complete all required training/competencies in proper handling and administration of medication as per state and company requirements.
• Valid CPR/AED certification within 60 days of employment

Experience:

• One year experience in the nursing field is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Job Functions:

• Following the rights of medication administration, accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders with medication administrations.
• Medication administration for assigned residents and documents administration or refusals per local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Promptly communicates repeated medication refusals, medication errors, and actual/suspected change of condition to the appropriate health care provider.
• Communicates to the prescribing licensed health care professional if the resident requires prolonged use of an as needed (PRN) medication.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and that equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Has a clear understanding of medication administration.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Skilled in documentation in electronically based health records
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.