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Medication Aide - Per Diem - 1st Shift - Hultquist Place

Lutheran Social Services.·Jamestown, New York

$17 - $19/hr·Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 27 days ago
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About the role

Assist residents in an Assisted Living Program with the self-administration of medications according to service plans and NYS regulations. Document assistance accurately and report any changes in resident condition to licensed nursing staff.

Medication aide - Per diem - 1st shift

Hultquist Place Assisted Living | Jamestown, NY Per Diem | 1st Shift (6

00 AM – 2:00 PM) | Non-Exempt $17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)

Join our per diem support team

Hultquist Place Assisted Living is expanding our Per Diem Medication Aide Support Pool for 1st Shift. We're looking for dependable, compassionate Medication Aides who enjoy flexibility while making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current income, maintain work-life balance, or stay active in healthcare with a flexible schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join our per diem pool?

  • Flexible scheduling that works with your availability
  • Great opportunity to earn supplemental income
  • Supportive, resident-focused team environment
  • Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults
  • Opportunities to pick up additional shifts throughout the schedule

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.

Working under the direction of licensed nursing staff, you'll help promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

  • 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 • Per Diem • 1st Shift (6

00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Per diem team members commit to working one scheduled weekend every four-week scheduling period, helping ensure consistent, high-quality resident care.

In addition to this commitment, team members have the opportunity to pick up additional weekday, weekend, holiday, and vacation coverage shifts based on their availability and facility needs.

  • Pay & benefits
  • $17.00 – $18.50/hour (based on experience)
  • Shift differentials available when covering other shifts:
  • $1.50/hour for 2nd shift
  • $0.75/hour for 3rd shift

Who should apply?

This position is ideal for

  • Experienced Medication Aides seeking flexible hours
  • CNAs or HHAs who have completed Medication Aide training
  • Healthcare workers looking to supplement their income
  • Individuals who enjoy variety and flexibility while remaining part of a dependable care team

Apply today

If you're compassionate, dependable, and looking for a flexible opportunity to support older adults while maintaining control of your schedule, we'd love to welcome you to our Per Diem Medication Aide Support Pool.

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.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and completion of the facility's in-house medication assistance training program. Preferred candidates have 1-3 years of experience in assisted living or long-term care.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Patient Observation
  • Resident Safety
  • Medication Assistance
  • Elderly Care
  • MAR/eMAR Documentation

Benefits

  • Shift Differentials

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $19/hr
Location
Jamestown, New York
Posted
Jun 30, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Lutheran Social Services.

Lutheran Social Services of Southern California has a legacy of meeting the needs of the vulnerable in our communities since 1946. We unite with individuals, churches, businesses, civic leaders, government agencies and other stakeholders for one goal; breaking the cycle of...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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