The Certified Medication Aide assists with prescribed medications and treatments, as defined by state regulations for assisted Living, to residents and maintains related work records under the supervision of the Nurse Supervisor. The Medicine Aide/RCA also acts as a Resident Caregiver which assists residents in all aspects of their daily life as indicated in the resident service plan, including personal care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs. This position requires tact, sensitivity, and professionalism due to the constant interaction with residents and families to guarantee their satisfaction.
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7p-7a
3p-11p
Full-time (Every other Weekend required) Weekends only, or PRN
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Job Requirements:
· Education: High School diploma or equivalent
· Must successfully complete the required Certified Medication Assistant program training appropriate for Assisted living Setting; Must have Med Tech Certification.
· Empathetic, resourceful, flexible, responsive, attention to detail, compassionate, and friendly;
· Must be able to work as part of a team
· Ability to read thermometers, charts and testing
Skills: Basic reading and writing skills, and ability to speak English.
Experience: Knowledge and experience in working with elderly required; Previous experience working with dementia preferred
License: N/A
Certification: Must be certified Med Tech, as required, by state regulations
Physical Demands: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for prolonged periods, Ability to push and pull objects and lift and carry up to 20 pounds, unassisted, on a frequent basis, Ability to push and pull objects and lift and carry up to 50 pounds, unassisted (Arden Courts/Linden Village), Full use of hands, arms, and legs (for washing, bathing, dressing, writing, cleaning)
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with Middleburg Heights Assisted Living, please contact 440-887-1125.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
