Medication Assistant

Atria Senior Living • CA-San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

The Medication Assistant monitors the medication management program and assists with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Wellness Manager. The role also supports the Wellness Manager in monitoring residents’ daily care and training assisted living staff.

The position requires successful completion of Atria’s Medication Training and all specified training programs. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, related experience or training, or an equivalent combination. The wage range is $21.00–$25.20 per hour, depending on prior work history and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successfully complete Atria’s Medication Training.
• Successfully complete all Atria-specified training programs.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
• Must be fully vaccinated and provide a vaccination record card at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring the medication program.
• Keep records updated in medication administration files.
• Set up medications and assist residents with self-administration.
• Order and receive medication.
• Store medications appropriately and keep medication cupboards, carts, and doors locked.
• Regularly review residents’ medication administration records, centrally stored records, and pharmacy transaction records; report errors to the Wellness Manager.
• Keep medication files and medical records current and up to date.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the pharmacy, families, residents, and management staff.
• Assist with updating service plans and monthly care logs when needed.
• Assist residents with making doctors’ appointments and arranging travel to and from appointments.
• Assist with training assisted living staff and participate in new-staff orientation.
• Perform room visits and room checks regularly.
• Assist with resident care when needed.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards, starting at $500 for full-time employees, depending on classification.
• Employees may be eligible for an annual Scores Reward of $500 for full-time or $250 for part-time employees, based on community survey results.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with a 401(k) employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement at U.S.-based communities.
• Advancement opportunities and a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED