Medication Tech - Senior Living / Washington, UT

Ovation by Avamere•Washington, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents. This includes passing medications accurately and timely according to physician orders and facility policy, recording administration in the resident's record, and notifying the pharmacy or family for refills. The Medication Tech is responsible for maintaining a clean medication cart and room, monitoring and reporting side effects to the Director of Health Services, and providing shift reports. They will also follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration, assist with medical appointments, communicate with healthcare providers, advocate for residents' needs, observe for changes in health, report concerns, and monitor vital signs. Documentation in the electronic medical record includes changes in resident status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers. Accident and incident reports must be completed promptly. The Medication Tech will perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN, participate in in-service education, and promptly report changes in resident conditions. They must follow directions, perform duties professionally, ensure resident safety, and work cooperatively with various stakeholders. Assisting new employees and maintaining confidentiality are also key responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Requirements

Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility.
Ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
Must be 18 years or older.
Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.

Responsibilities

Pass medications according to physician orders and in accordance with facility policy.
Administer medications accurately and timely.
Record medications administered in the resident’s record.
Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
Obtain/provide shift report.
Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident’s needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned.
Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents’ needs.
Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
Document information pertaining to changes in residents’ status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record.
Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy.
Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
Participate in in-service education programs as assigned.
Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
Follow written and oral directions.
Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner.
Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision.
Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy)
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time
Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees
401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options
Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life)
Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs
Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone
Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)