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Benchmark Senior Living
Medication Aide
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What they do
A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
$37,806 / year median in New Jersey
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Medication Aide Benchmark Senior Living - 3.3 Scotch Plains, NJ Job Details Full-time $23 - $26 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Referral program Qualifications CPR Certification Caregiving documentation requirements Certified Home Health Aide Medication safety and administration compliance Abuse and neglect policy adherence BLS Certification Care documentation Working with seniors High school diploma or GED Older adults Certified Medication Aide CNA Quality resident care Entry level Full Job Description Be Part of Something New in Scotch Plains! We're growing and we're excited to bring our next community to Scotch Plains, New Jersey! Building on the strength of our 70 communities, this brand-new location marks an exciting milestone as we trailblaze our expansion into New Jersey and continue growing our presence. This is more than an opportunity to join a growing company, it's a chance to help build something from the ground up. As one of the founding team members at our Scotch Plains community, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the culture, create meaningful connections, and set the standard for an exceptional experience from day one. If you're energized by growth, excited by new beginnings, and ready to make your mark as we expand our family of communities, we'd love for you to be part of what's next. Benchmark at Scotch Plains is looking for a compassionate Certified Medication Aide to join our team! As a CMT, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. Responsibilities Communicates questions, concerns, and/or discrepancies related to medication administration to the Resident Care Director (RCD). Communicates any significant change of mental or physical status of resident to RCD. Documents supervision of self-administration in MAR. Documents/ notifies RCD of administration of prn meds. Responsible for documentation on prn meds and affect. Recognizes and can assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Requirements Must have state Medication Technician License and demonstrate competency in accordance with the state-approved protocol in drug administration Successfully complete medication technician competency review (as supervised by
RN / RCD
) quarterly CPR certification required or ability to obtain within six months of hire The Medication Technician must complete a state approved training course in drug administration and receive a certificate of satisfactory successful completion. Med-Techs will be evaluated on their competency by the RCD each quarter Must have current certification as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide or homemaker/personal care homemaker training program High School education preferred As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match- Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
- Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Floating Holidays
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development