Pacifica Senior Living

This position provides direct care and medication assistance to the resident in a manner that meets or exceeds Community expectations, including being familiar with and prepared to fulfill responsibilities as outlined in the following position descriptions:

  • Personal Care Assistant to Residents
  • Laundry/Housekeeper
  • Dishwasher/Kitchen Helper

Responsibilities

  • Assist in monitoring the medication program.
  • Keep records updated in the medication administrative files.
  • Set-up and assist with self-administration of medication.
  • Order and receive medication.
  • Keep all medications in their appropriate storage areas and keep medication cupboards, carts and doors locked at all times.
  • Regularly review the resident’s medication administration record, centrally stored record, pharmacy transaction record, and report any errors to the Resident Services Director.
  • Keep medication files and medical records current and up to date.
  • Regular, ongoing communication with the pharmacy, families, and residents assisted living and management staff.
  • Assist in updating the service plans and monthly care logs if needed.
  • Assist residents in making doctor’s appointments and travel arrangements to and from appointments.
  • Assist in the training of assisted living staff and participate in orientation of new staff.
  • Perform room visits and room checks on a regular basis.
  • May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma and two to four years related experience as a Medication Technician; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • First Aid and CPR Certification if required by state law.
  • Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence. Able to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Must be available to work flexible work hours due to demands of position.
  • Medication Technician and/or Personal Care Assistant

Job Type: Full-time