Medication Aide

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Starting at: $20 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication administration accurately
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

Starting at: $20 /hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before treatment
  • Document medication administration accurately
  • Report medication errors immediately
  • Maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Participate in quality assurance programs
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • High school education or equivalent required
  • Completed state approved training program
  • Passed necessary examination(s) per state laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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