Medication Technician/Caregiver 2nd Shift

Platinum Communities•Marathon City, WI

About The Position

The Medication Technician provides high-quality personal care and service to residents in accordance with the Administrator’s direction, residents’ personal choices, regulations, and established best practices. The role is responsible for safe and accurate medication administration, direct resident and tenant care, and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The Medication Technician reviews Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), monitors and reports changes in residents’ conditions, and mentors new staff. The position also supports other departments, including activities, dietary, and housekeeping. Responsibilities include administering and documenting medications according to medication policies, CBRF/RCAC guidelines, and DHS regulations; assisting with activities of daily living; completing light housekeeping; supporting dining and activities; maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA; and following emergency protocols. The role also includes attending required meetings and in-service training and meeting annual continuing education requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Successful completion of CBRF medication administration training and required CBRF core trainings: Standard Precautions, Fire Safety, First Aid/Choking, and Resident Rights.
Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Strong observation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented.
Understanding of and commitment to HIPAA and confidentiality protocols.
Flexible and available to work beyond regularly scheduled hours, as well as weekends and holidays as needed.
Ability to learn new technology.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving experience in a CBRF or RCAC setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medications according to the Six Rights of Medication Administration and applicable policies, guidelines, and regulations.
Monitor residents and tenants for medication side effects or adverse reactions and report changes to the supervising nurse or manager.
Maintain accurate medication records and documentation, and store, secure, and dispose of medications properly.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and ambulation.
Review and follow each resident’s or tenant’s Individualized Service Plan before providing care.
Promptly report observed or suspected changes in residents’ conditions, behavior, or needs.
Build supportive and respectful relationships with residents and families.
Maintain clean, organized, safe, and sanitary resident living spaces and communal areas.
Perform light housekeeping, including tidying rooms, making beds, doing laundry, and disinfecting surfaces.
Assist dietary staff with meal setup, tray delivery, and resident dining needs as needed.
Encourage resident participation in activities and assist with events.
Work with maintenance and other team members to support a pleasant and safe community environment.
Mentor and train new caregiving staff, demonstrate tasks and best practices, and support new hires during onboarding.
Communicate trainee progress and development needs to supervisors.
Protect resident confidentiality and health information, access information only as required, secure records, and report suspected privacy breaches.
Attend mandatory meetings and ongoing in-service opportunities and complete annual continuing education requirements.
Respond promptly and positively to requests for assistance and work cooperatively to meet resident and tenant needs.
Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance.
Follow proper protocols during emergencies and help maintain a dignified, respectful, and caring atmosphere.
Perform other duties as assigned.