Certified Medication Aide

The Aspenwood Company - The Village on the Park Onion Creek•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide provides medication assistance and direct resident care in an independent living and assisted living senior community. The role administers prescribed medications and treatments, monitors residents’ responses, maintains accurate records, and supports residents’ safety and well-being. The aide also assists with operational and administrative tasks, helps maintain medication supplies, and contributes to a caring, supportive community. This is a full-time position requiring weekend and holiday availability, with a pay rate of $21.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certified Nurse Assistant credential with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
Current CPR certification.
Six months to one year of prior resident care experience; experience with seniors is preferred.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Prior resident care experience with seniors is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use independent judgment and discretion when performing non-routine resident care tasks.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments, monitor residents’ responses, and notify the Director of Resident Care of concerns.
Assist residents with medication according to procedures and supervise self-administration.
Maintain accurate and timely records of medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in resident condition.
Write weekly and monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new employees, and incident reports and communications when the nurse is absent.
Keep the medicine supply room clean and organized.
Receive and manage reports on all residents.
Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and verify accuracy before accepting keys.
Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
Follow emergency procedures and promptly respond to resident requests.
Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with coworkers.
Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
Attend required in-service training sessions.
Serve as an active member of the community’s emergency response team.