Medication Technician - (Full Time-PM Shift)

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living•San Francisco, CA

10h•$26

About The Position

As a Medication Technician, you will coordinate and oversee all aspects of medication-related care for residents, including procurement, administration, documentation, and regulatory compliance. You will manage the medication room, ensure all regulatory requirements are met, and support the Health & Wellness team to promote resident safety, wellness, and quality of care.

Requirements

Successful completion of a certified Medication Technician training program.
Minimum of six (6) months of experience in long-term care, home care, or a related setting.
Current CPR certification is required.
Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
Effective communication and basic math skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or willingness to learn within 90 days of hire for documentation purposes.
Ability to work flexible hours and provide coverage or overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Maintain resident charts and ensure documentation is current, including community forms, licensing documentation, physician orders, and incident reports.
Communicate resident status changes to the LVN Supervisor, Director of Health & Wellness, and/or Administrator.
Ensure all medication documentation is accurate and current, including medication administration records (MARs), physician orders (written and telephone), and change orders.
Oversee the community absence medication program.
Ensure the medication room is fully stocked with all required routine, PRN, and over-the-counter (OTC) medications as ordered by physicians.
Coordinate with outside/contracted pharmacies regarding staff training, audits, medication deliveries, and medication destruction.
Communicate with physicians and other healthcare providers as needed.
Monitor psychotropic medication use to ensure consistency with physician orders and observe resident behaviors to determine continued appropriateness.
Control medication room access and key assignments.
Prepare, administer, and assist with medications in accordance with DSS regulations and community policies.
Assist in coordinating physician appointments and other medical appointments.
Review community documentation between caregiver shifts to ensure continuity of care.