Medication Associate Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Medication Associate to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Report needed repairs and safety concerns to the Environmental Services Director;
- Participate and receive report from prior shift;
- Complete all paperwork as required;
- Answer all emergency response system calls immediately;
- Assist in the development of work schedules and assignments to ensure staff accountability and task completion;
- Report all occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials and hazardous chemical to the Wellness Director;
- Perform vital signs and monitoring as ordered and instructed;
- Serve meals and assist in the clearing of tables under the direction of the Executive Chef;
- Document medication administration and treatments within MAR;
- Assist in doing laundry as needed;
- Report all complaints, grievances and instances of abuse to the Wellness Director;
- Maintain liaison with residents and family members;
- Implements Connections activities as assigned and instructed by the Connections Director;
- Perform special treatments as instructed;
- Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Assistants, residents and families.
Requirements:
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals within the community;
- Successful completion of a CPR and First Aid course;
- Respects confidentiality of information and Resident’s rights;
- Performs other duties as required;
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language;
- Successful completion of an approved medication administration course;
- Successful completion of a nurse aide training course if state regulated;
- Must be able to manage time efficiently so as to achieve goals;
- Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult;
- Performs job in a safe manner, using proper body mechanics, infection control, etc;
- Responsible for proper care of all property, equipment, supplies and financial assets involved in the performance of the job;
- Attends and participates in mandated yearly training programs as well as all required meetings;
- Adheres to all Human Resources policies, procedures, and code of conduct.