Medication Assistant

Medication Assistant, Memory CareAt Spectrum Retirement Communities we believe in living without limits, in aging fearlessly, and in sharing great stories. The Spectrum Story is full of compassion, hard work, and fun. If the chapters of your life story include caring for others and a dedicated work ethic, then we need you!Job DescriptionSalary: Starting at $17.25 per hour, based on experienceSchedule: PRN 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6amIn this position, your main responsibilities will include:Maintaining, ordering, and assisting residents with medication needsTranscribing 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.QualificationsTo be successful in this position, we believe that you need the following experiences and skills.High School diploma or equivalent is requiredAll state educational requirements for the position must be met.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.Additional InformationIf you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), for paid time off, holiday pay, Daily Pay and discounts through Perk Spot.Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us.Spectrum Retirement, LLC and all affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Spectrum Retirement, LLC also participates in the E-verify program through the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.