Medication Assistant

Coterie Senior Living - Cathedral Hill • San Francisco, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Born out of a partnership between Atria Senior Living and Related Companies, Coterie is a new luxury brand that re-imagines what senior living can be. From stunning architecture and thoughtful design to state-of-the-art fitness facilities and curated culinary offerings, every aspect of life at Coterie is meant to support the individual – and community – in reaching new heights. We elevate wellness and strive to anticipate every need to offer a life more inspired. Atria Senior Living’s Coterie brand has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits. As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must successfully complete Atria’s Medication Training.
• Must successfully complete all Atria specified training programs.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Able to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, 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 vaccination record card at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the medication management program and assist with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Wellness Manager.
• Assist the Wellness Manager in supervising and monitoring the daily care given to the residents and assists the Wellness Manager with training assisted living staff.
• Assist in monitoring the medication program.
• Keep records updated in the medication administrative files.
• Set-up and assist with self-administration of medication.
• Order and receive medication.
• Keep all medications in their appropriate storage areas and keep medication cupboards, carts, and doors locked at all times.
• Regularly review the resident’s medication administration record, centrally stored record, pharmacy transaction record, and report any errors to the Wellness Manager.
• Keep medication files and medical records current and up to date.
• Maintain regular, ongoing communication with the pharmacy, families, residents, and management staff.
• Assist in updating the service plans and monthly care logs if needed.
• Assist residents in making doctor’s appointments and travel arrangements to and from appointments.
• Assist in the training of assisted living staff and participate in orientation of new staff.
• Perform room visits and room checks on a regular basis.
• Assist with resident care when needed.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees.
• Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

What This Job Offers

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