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Medication Aide - Full Time - 1st Shift
Hultquist Place Assisted Living | Jamestown, NY
Full-Time | 1st Shift | Non-Exempt
$17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)
Join Our Team at Hultquist Place
Hultquist Place Assisted Living is seeking two Full-Time Medication Aides for 1st Shift to support our residents and care team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a new and growing role that focuses on resident-centered care, safety, and independence.
If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working with older adults, we encourage you to apply.
Position Summary
The Medication Aide assists residents in our Assisted Living Program (ALP) with the self-administration of medications in accordance with New York State regulations and individualized service plans.
This role supports resident safety, dignity, and independence while working under the direction of licensed nursing staff.
What You’ll Do
- Assist residents with self-administration of medications per service plans
- Follow MAR/eMAR documentation and medication assistance procedures
- Observe and report changes in condition, side effects, or refusals
- Document assistance accurately and timely
- Ensure proper medication storage and safety practices
- Promote resident independence, dignity, and privacy
- Collaborate with nurses, aides, and the care team
- Participate in required training and quality initiatives
Important Scope of Role
This position is non-clinical and follows NYS ALP/ACF guidelines:
- No medication administration
- No clinical assessments or nursing judgment
- No interpretation of physician orders
- All work performed under licensed nursing supervision
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Successful completion of Hultquist Place’s in-house medication assistance training program, including demonstrated competency, is required prior to independent assignment and will be provided upon hire
- Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
Preferred:
- 1-3 years of experience with medication assistance
- Experience in assisted living, long-term care, or healthcare
- Experience working with older adults
Schedule
- Full-Time, 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
- Schedule includes every other weekend and holiday rotation as needed
Pay & Benefits
- $17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)
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Shift differentials available when covering other shifts:
- $1.50/hour for 2nd shift
- $0.75/hour for 3rd shift
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive benefits package
Why Join Us?
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Opportunity to be part of a new care model and growing team
- Meaningful work that supports resident independence and well-being
- Opportunities for training and career growth
Apply Today
If you’re looking to make a difference while growing your career in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you.
Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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