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MBK Senior Living•Colorado Springs, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician provides compassionate, quality resident care by assisting with medication administration, treatments, and activities of daily living in accordance with each resident’s personalized service plan. The role includes documenting, delivering, and administering or assisting with prescribed treatments and medications safely and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. The position also supports caregivers, monitors and reports changes in residents’ conditions, responds to emergencies and resident requests, and helps maintain a safe, secure environment. The listed schedule is 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and the position is part-time. Pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Certification or education required by state regulations.
Have or be able to obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification.
At least 1 year of related work experience in a similar healthcare role and work environment.
Be at least 18 years old.
Complete required background and health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment; the TB test must be from within the last 6 months.
Effectively manage and respond to resident behaviors, including verbal and physical expressions, while maintaining a safe environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, write, and speak English and follow spoken and written directions.
Comfort with technology used to document medication passes, incidents, and notes.
Meet and maintain state-specific regulatory requirements, including medication certification and HIPAA compliance.
Interact effectively and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to make sound independent decisions, remain calm, and manage stressful or emergency situations.
Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight.
Maintain a positive, professional image in accordance with MBK values.
Ability to walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Ability to move throughout the workday, within the community, and between neighborhoods, and to assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience handling medications; on-the-job training is available for candidates with appropriate focus and desire.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily medications, treatments, and resident care as assigned, within the scope of practice and in accordance with policies, procedures, and government regulations.
Notify a supervisor when prescribed medication is not administered as directed and document the reason.
Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records.
Track medication change and refill orders, notify the pharmacy of new orders, and report missing medications to a supervisor.
Assist caregivers by fulfilling responsibilities described in the Caregiver job description.
Document appropriate information, including incident reports, and immediately report observed or suspected changes in a resident’s condition to a supervisor.
Respond promptly to emergencies, resident alerts, and requests.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests according to established standards and procedures.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication through mentoring, coaching, and recognition program use in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Director of Health Services, Executive Director, or designee.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team member discount programs.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, and vision coverage, including multiple medical plan options and an HSA-eligible option with company contributions.
For full-time team members: healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
For full-time team members: commuter benefits.
For full-time team members: company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
For full-time team members: disability benefits where applicable and subject to state-specific programs and eligibility requirements.
For full-time team members: voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
For full-time positions: childcare and eldercare assistance.
Paid sick leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group trainings.