Medication Aide - Am Shift

Salinas Valley Post Acute

Pyy: $18-$20 doe; shift: 6am-2pm, tuesday-saturday...
Licensed medication aide certification
Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before administration
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and/or topical medications while verifying resident identity.
  • The role requires maintaining a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Salary

Pay: $18-$20 DOE; Shift: 6am-2pm, Tuesday-Saturday; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • Administer oral and topical medications
  • Verify resident identity before administration
  • Document medication errors and reactions
  • Maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationship
  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Familiarity with medical abbreviations
  • Ability to assist in emergency evacuations

Key Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent
  • State approved Medication Aide training program completion
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Successful completion of necessary state examinations

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter