Medication Assistant Jobs in Springfield, MA (NOW HIRING)

Our client, a family owned & reputable Home Care agency, with multiple offices in Massachusetts, is seeking compassionate, competent & dependable Home Health Aides to support their continued growth. 

PRN, Part Time, & Full Time opportunities available immediately.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an approved Commonwealth of Massachusetts CNA/Home Health Aide training program in accordance with Federal Regulations. A current, valid certificate must be presented upon hire.
• A Home Health Aide, certified in another state or territory of the United States, may be deemed to have completed a training program as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts provided the Home Health Care Agency has sufficient documentation in accordance with the ASAP's provider agreement.
• Current CPR Certification preferred.
• Exhibits maturity, flexibility and ability to plan and organize activities.
• A current TB Test result presented upon hire and yearly thereafter.
• Completed 15 hours of training related to the responsibilities of a HHA and the Mass Council's curriculum.
• Must have a current, valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation with current auto/vehicle insurance.
• Must  be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be competent in the skills necessary to perform the job functions.

Work Environment:

Field work in client homes. Minimal office work is required.

Work Characteristics:

• Visual, hearing ability sufficient to comprehend the English language.
• Ability to manage effective communication with a variety of personalities
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients and families.
• Work is performed ethically with considerable independence in accordance with policies, procedures, federal and state standards and practices while observing client privacy and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, sit, stand, kneel and climb stairs.
• Ability to bend, reach and stretch when needed.
• Ability to drive to complete work assignments.
• May require heavy lifting, extensive bending and standing,
• Visual, hearing ability sufficient to comprehend, written/ verbal communication,

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions of the HHA include, but are not limited to the following:

• The HHA is expected to work cooperatively with the family member, the agency supervisor and any other individuals involved with the client.
• The HHA does not act on advice from neighbors or distant relatives.
• The work of the HHA is discussed only with those authorized persons responsible for the well-being of the client.
• The HHA is expected to follow instructions, be conscientious and take pride in his/her work.
• The HHA informs the Supervisor of unusual incidents or events of a significant change in the client's condition.
• Assist clients in/out of bed.
• Ambulate clients and uses safe transfers and techniques including the use of a Hoyer lift.
• Toilet, assist clients with bed pans/ must empty all commodes.
• Medication cueing and reminders, but cannot administer any medication.
• Assist/perform client grooming. Nail cutting is not allowed, but filing nails is permitted.
• Perform activities that support the skilled therapies as instructed, and routine care of prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Provide adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
• Perform bathing/showering/sponge bathing.
• Shampoo/hair combing.
• Oral hygiene/denture care.
• Dressing/undressing
• HHA's can only shave with electric shavers and must empty contents and clean the shaver when finished.
• Foot care/ HHA's DO NOT cut toe nails or fingernails.
• Under NO circumstance are clients allowed in a HHA's car
• Perform normal household services essential to health care at home, including shopping, meal preparation, laundry and housekeeping duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment
• Record ADL activities of the client and the client care provided on the HHA activity sheet.
• Report any changes in the client's condition to the primary care nurse or supervisor.
• Must attend and complete in-service education programs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

For immediate consideration, please apply Today!