| Resident Medication Assistant Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Resident Medication Assistant. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Resident Medication Assistant along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Resident Medication Assistant is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Resident Care Assistant, Certified Medication Technician, Resident Services Administrator, Assisted Living Resident Driver, Certified Nursing Assistant, Resident Physician, Resident Pharmacist, Physician Assistant - Orthopedics, Pathology Assistant |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Resident Medication Assistant |
| Assists residents in taking prescribed medications. Ensures residents receive the proper dosage, timing, and delivery method for prescribed medications. Educates residents on proper methods and timing of medications. Follows all relevant prescription instructions, documentation, and safety procedures. Reports any anomilies or changes in the patient related to the medication. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Medication Aide |
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| Similar Jobs: Resident Care Assistant, Certified Medication Technician, Resident Services Administrator, Assisted Living Resident Driver, Certified Nursing Assistant, Resident Physician, Resident Pharmacist, Physician Assistant - Orthopedics, Pathology Assistant |
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| Level of Education: Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with No Diploma, Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Resident Medication Assistant Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare | |
