Medication Technician 3rd Shift

Platinum Communities•Marathon City, WI

About The Position

The Medication Technician provides high-quality personal care and service to residents and tenants while supporting their personal choices and following applicable 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 and follows Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), monitors residents for medication effects and changes in condition, maintains medication records, and reports concerns to a supervising nurse or manager. The position also supports other departments, mentors new caregiving staff, protects confidential resident information, and participates in required meetings and continuing education.

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.

Responsibilities

Administer medications according to the Six Rights of Medication Administration and applicable CBRF/RCAC guidelines and DHS regulations.
Monitor residents and tenants for side effects or adverse reactions and report changes in condition to the supervising nurse or manager.
Maintain accurate medication records and documentation, and properly store, secure, and dispose of medications.
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 assuming care responsibilities.
Promptly report observed or suspected changes in residents’ conditions, behaviors, or needs.
Build supportive and respectful relationships with residents and families.
Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and sanitary environment; perform light housekeeping such as 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.
Cooperate with maintenance and other team members to promote a pleasant and safe community environment.
Mentor and train new caregiving staff, support new hires during onboarding, and communicate trainee progress and development needs to supervisors.
Protect resident confidentiality and health information in accordance with HIPAA and community policies; report suspected privacy breaches to the appropriate supervisor.
Attend mandatory meetings and ongoing in-service opportunities, and meet annual continuing education requirements under DHS regulations.
Work cooperatively to meet resident and tenant needs and respond promptly and positively to requests for assistance.
Present a neat, clean, and professional appearance; follow proper emergency protocols; and promote a dignified, respectful, and caring atmosphere.
Perform other duties as assigned.