Full Time L1MA/CMT - OP Rolla

POSITION TITLE: Resident Medication Associate

DEPARTMENT: Clinical

REPORTS TO: Resident Care Director / Wellness Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

The essential functions of the job for the Resident Medication Associate requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following:

• Must have successfully completed course work and examinations to obtain certification as a Medication Technician per State regulations.
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must complete required continued education and maintain certification per State regulations.
• Must possess knowledge of state medication techniques.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loved ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities- Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of Viva Senior Living and applicable state/federal regulations.