Certified Medication Aide - Full Time

Aviara Healthcare Center

Forest Grove, OR, US
Not specified; not specified; benefits: discounted...
Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before administration
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
  • The role requires maintaining a friendly, productive working relationship with nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacists while adhering to strict safety standards.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits: Discounted meals, Health/Dental/Vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, Holiday pay, Parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications
  • verify resident identity before administration
  • document medication administration accurately
  • report medication errors immediately
  • maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationship
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent
  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • Must complete state approved training program
  • Must pass necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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