Medication Aide

Pinnacle Senior Living • Mesa, AZ

33d

About The Position

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance, following state regulations and facility requirements for safe administration. The aide observes residents taking medication, notes effects including unexpected or adverse effects, documents required information in residents’ medication administration records, and communicates concerns or observations to the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel. The role also supports residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. The Medication Aide encourages independence, supports resident choice, and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

The employer is an independent operating subsidiary of The Pennant Group, Inc., which is a holding company for healthcare services and senior living communities.

Requirements

• Successfully complete medication assistance training in compliance with state regulatory and facility requirements.
• Maintain current medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Demonstrate compassionate and empathetic personal interactions.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Be self-supervising and self-motivating, and willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Be adaptable, flexible, and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple demands or tasks concurrently and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Meet age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior direct care experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments safely in accordance with state regulations and facility requirements.
• Observe residents taking medication and note its effects, including unexpected or adverse effects.
• Document required information in residents’ medication administration records.
• Communicate concerns and observations to the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.
• Support residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourage resident independence, support resident choice, and preserve resident dignity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed