Medication Assistant

Brand New Assisted Living Community located in Montebello, NY seeking full time and part time medication technicians to join our friendly and warm team to administer medication to residents in accordance with State regulations. Experience preferred however we are willing to train the right candidate for a rewarding career in this field.

POSITION TITLE

Medication Assistant SUMMARY :

Provide personal care services, assistance, support and supervision to residents. Assist with the self-administration of prescribed medications to residents in accordance with state regulations.

REPORT TO

: Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB

: Follow the assistance plan in providing services to residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: 1. Assist in the development and updating of each resident's assistance plan. 2. Dispense all prescribed medication as ordered by the physician. 3. Maintain an accurate Medication Administration Record. 4. Maintain and count an accurate Controlled Substance Record. 5. Inform Administration of any change in a resident's condition. 6. Follow up with pharmacy to ensure in proper and expedited delivery of all medication. 8. Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. 9. Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents. 10. Document information pertaining to changes in residents' functional status, personal needs. 11. Assist in keeping the environment safe for residents. 12. Provide one-on-one support/visitation to assigned residents on a weekly basis or as requested by Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor or as specified in the assistance plan or daily communication log. 13. Report concerns about residents to Administration. 14. Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up. 15. Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to Wellness irector\Medication Supervisor. 16. Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils. 17. Carry out other duties as assigned by Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor.