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Certified Medication Assistant
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Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Techs / QMAPs have the option to explore opportunities for advancement in positions such as Resident Care Coordinators, Nurses and even Cooks. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Brookdale offers a full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans that vary by employment status. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale also offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) costs, up to $725, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the posting.
Responsibilities
Provides residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. Provides direct care to residents following the individualized service plan.
Maintains the physical, social, and psychological environment that is conducive to the best interest and welfare of the residents.
Exercises independent judgment and discretion in performing personnel tasks with responsibilities not limited to resident care matters; maintains a clean, safe environment in the community by delegating tasks as appropriate.
Administers medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider once licensed, observing residents’ responses, potential interactions and side effects, and notifying the supervisor as needed; adheres to infection control policies and procedures.
Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedures and follows medication policies and procedures.
Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy; documents medication distribution, activities, incidents, observations, changes in condition, and other relevant information; reports changes to the supervisor.
Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room. Receives reports on all residents. Completes accurate accounting of all medications, including controlled substances, per policy; assists with medication cart audits per policy.
Provides direct resident care and follows procedures regarding incidents/accidents to residents.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; Certified Nursing Assistant completion and licensure. State certified medication aide course is required. Experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's type, is helpful. Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and gets help when needed.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: Successful completion of State certified medication aide course and Certified Nursing Assistant program.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
On-Call on an as needed basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemicals, infections, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Benefits Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
About Brookdale Brookdale is a Great Place to Be
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Job Attributes
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Certified Medication Assistant
role at
Brookdale
Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Techs / QMAPs have the option to explore opportunities for advancement in positions such as Resident Care Coordinators, Nurses and even Cooks. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Brookdale offers a full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans that vary by employment status. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale also offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) costs, up to $725, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the posting.
Responsibilities
Provides residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. Provides direct care to residents following the individualized service plan.
Maintains the physical, social, and psychological environment that is conducive to the best interest and welfare of the residents.
Exercises independent judgment and discretion in performing personnel tasks with responsibilities not limited to resident care matters; maintains a clean, safe environment in the community by delegating tasks as appropriate.
Administers medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider once licensed, observing residents’ responses, potential interactions and side effects, and notifying the supervisor as needed; adheres to infection control policies and procedures.
Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedures and follows medication policies and procedures.
Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy; documents medication distribution, activities, incidents, observations, changes in condition, and other relevant information; reports changes to the supervisor.
Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room. Receives reports on all residents. Completes accurate accounting of all medications, including controlled substances, per policy; assists with medication cart audits per policy.
Provides direct resident care and follows procedures regarding incidents/accidents to residents.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; Certified Nursing Assistant completion and licensure. State certified medication aide course is required. Experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's type, is helpful. Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and gets help when needed.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: Successful completion of State certified medication aide course and Certified Nursing Assistant program.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
On-Call on an as needed basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemicals, infections, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Benefits Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
About Brookdale Brookdale is a Great Place to Be
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Job Attributes
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Brookdale by 2x
Get notified about new Certified Assistant jobs in Hartwell, GA.
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