Medication Assistant

Supervisor’s

Title:

Director of Health Services

Position Summary

Administers medications as prescribed; observes, documents, and communicates medication effectiveness and any adverse reactions; provides resident care support as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist residents with high‑quality medication administration per care plans and physician orders; support ADLs as needed (bathing, dressing, grooming, incontinence care, vitals, height/weight).
• Maintain linens and personal laundry per schedule; assist with meals and feeding as needed; utilize life‑enrichment approaches routinely.
• Keep work areas neat and clean; complete assignments timely per chain of command; report unusual behaviors/changes to nursing; review special‑needs communications each shift; provide activities as directed.
• Document resident status per policy; respond to call lights and emergencies promptly; provide emergency care within scope; follow facility policies.

Hospitality Standards

• Greet residents, employees, and guests warmly—by name and with a smile.
• Treat everyone with courtesy and respect; embrace and value our differences.
• Anticipate needs and act proactively; listen and respond promptly and enthusiastically.
• Hold ourselves and one another accountable; maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance.
• Pay attention to details; ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?”

Education

• High school diploma preferred; medication assistance certificate where required.

Experience

• One (1) year as Medication Assistant/CNA/PCA/RA preferred; one (1) year with seniors/ Alzheimer’s preferred.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to learn resident‑specific needs; emergency readiness;
  English proficiency for communication.
• Comfort using Gardens Care’s approved systems is required:
  Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, Calendar, Meet), ECP (care management), Sagely (life enrichment/ activity documentation), and ADP (timekeeping, payroll, scheduling).

Special Requirements

• Medical clearance per policy.

Tools & Equipment

• Computer; office equipment; medical assessment tools; washer/dryer.

Physical Activities

• Lift/carry up to 100 lbs. occasionally; push/pull up to 100 lbs.; climb/reach/bend/twist occasionally; sit ~2 hrs; stand/walk ~6 hrs per 8‑hr day.

Visual Requirements

• Resident care/assessment including color, depth perception, and field of vision.
• In the course of their duties, employees may encounter residents with a range of medical and health‑related needs. Gardens Care upholds comprehensive safety and infection‑control standards, equipping staff with training, resources, and protective measures that prioritize the health and dignity of every individual. This approach reflects our commitment to providing care in a manner that is safe, respectful, and supportive for both residents and employees.

Operational Needs

• As members of the Gardens Care team, employees are expected to support reasonable supervisory direction to meet operational needs. Flexibility and teamwork help us maintain exceptional, person‑centered service for residents and families.

Acknowledgment

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