Pennant·Contra Costa County, California
Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents while documenting effects and communicating concerns to the Wellness Director. Support residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and physical health, while preserving their dignity.
Location: Pleasant Hill, CA
$21.00 - $22.00 per hour
Memory Care of Conta Costa is seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration.
Observe the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects.
Document the required information in the residents’ medication administration records.
Communicate any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel.
Support residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
Encourage resident independence, support resident choice and preserve resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.
Maintain up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
Interact with residents in a compassionate and empathetic manner.
Memory Care of Contra Costa in Pleasant Hill is a warm, welcoming community where seniors feel at home. We specialize in personalized care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports dignity, independence, and evolving needs. Our compassionate, highly trained team is dedicated to building meaningful connections and making a difference every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, current CPR certification, and successful completion of state-mandated medication assistance training. Prior direct care experience and strong communication skills are preferred.
Market context
In California, medication aide openings are typically tied to ongoing staffing needs in long-term care and assisted living settings, where reliable medication support is essential. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current medication certification, state-required training, CPR, and prior direct care experience. Since job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, you can quickly compare fit; if you plan to apply, confirm your certification status and highlight hands-on care experience.
