Resident Associate - Every Other Weekend

Job Summary
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Medication Technician/Resident Associate, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and effective care for residents in an assisted living facility. Your expertise will support the health and well-being of individuals with diverse needs, including those requiring Alzheimer’s care, hospice support, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities. This position offers an engaging opportunity to contribute directly to patient care by accurately administering medications, maintaining detailed medical records, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver compassionate, high-quality service. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help foster a safe and nurturing environment for all residents.

Duties

• Administer prescribed medications accurately following physician orders and facility protocols while adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy.
• Assist with medication setup, including preparing doses for oral, topical, injectable, or other medication administrations.
• Monitor residents’ vital signs and observe for adverse reactions or changes in condition, reporting findings promptly to nursing staff.
• Maintain precise medical documentation within Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, ensuring all records are current and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Support residents with activities of daily living related to personal care, including catheter care and other specialized needs.
• Collaborate closely with nursing staff and healthcare providers to coordinate medication schedules and ensure seamless patient care delivery.
• Follow infection control procedures diligently during medication administration and medical procedures in compliance with healthcare standards.
• Maintain house cleanliness and provide support to residents across all areas of daily living.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or home care environments is highly preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, and basic nursing practices essential for accurate medication administration.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards to ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or those requiring dementia or Alzheimer’s care enhances your ability to provide compassionate support.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English is a requirement.
• Great communication skills.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person