Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC·Parker, Colorado
The Medication Assistant is responsible for managing and administering resident medications while maintaining accurate documentation in the Medication Assistance Record. They also provide support with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and respond to emergency situations within the community.
Company Description At Spectrum Retirement Communities we believe in living without limits, in aging fearlessly, and in sharing great stories. The Spectrum Story is full of compassion, hard work, and fun. If the chapters of your life story include caring for others and a dedicated work ethic, then we need you!
Schedule: Full-Time In this position, your main responsibilities will include: Maintaining, ordering, and assisting residents with medication needs Transcribing and documenting in the Medication Assistance Record. Assisting residents in AL and potentially Memory Care, with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, first aid, wound care, and communication with outside health care professionals as necessary. Transporting residents within the community to activities, other departments, or dining. Responding to emergency calls, resident and/or visitor requests, and environmental hazards in a timely, appropriate, and safe manner.
To be successful in this position, we believe that you need the following experiences and skills. High School diploma or equivalent is required All state educational requirements for the position must be met. CPR certification preferred. Experience working with an elderly population is preferred. A calm, helpful, and respectful countenance is appreciated.
If you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), for paid time off, holiday pay, Daily Pay and discounts through Perk Spot. Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us. Spectrum Retirement, LLC and all affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Spectrum Retirement, LLC also participates in the E-verify program through the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. #IND123
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and meet all state educational requirements for the position. Preference is given to those with CPR certification and prior experience working with an elderly population.
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Market context
Colorado assisted living communities commonly seek medication assistants to help support resident care, especially as facilities balance staffing needs and compliance requirements. This role is competitive because employers often prefer candidates with CPR certification and experience working with older adults, in addition to the required high school diploma and state education standards. Before applying, confirm your Colorado credentialing and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save time when comparing roles.