Medication Assistant, Memory Care- Part Time

Mountain Park Senior Living•Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Retirement Communities believes in living without limits, aging fearlessly, and sharing great stories. The Medication Assistant, Memory Care position is a part-time role focused on providing compassionate care to residents, particularly those in memory care. This role involves managing and assisting residents with their medication needs, supporting daily living activities, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a passion for caring for others.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required
All state educational requirements for the position must be met

Nice To Haves

CPR certification preferred
Experience working with an elderly population is preferred
A calm, helpful, and respectful countenance is appreciated
Experience with dementia patients is helpful

Responsibilities

Maintaining, ordering, and assisting residents with medication needs
Transcribing and documenting in the Medication Assistance Record
Assisting residents in AL and potentially Memory Care, with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, first aid, wound care, and communication with outside health care professionals as necessary
Being observant of any changes in resident physical or mental state and reporting changes to leadership
Transporting residents within the community to activities, other departments, or dining
Responding to emergency calls, resident and/or visitor requests, and environmental hazards in a timely, appropriate, and safe manner