Medication Technician

Clearwater at Rancharrah•Reno, NV

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Clearwater at Rancharrah, a senior living community in Reno, is seeking a full-time Medication Technician. The role is responsible for documenting, delivering, and administering residents’ medications as prescribed by physicians, while providing superior customer service and following company policies, procedures, and applicable government regulations and guidelines. An evening shift is available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician.
Active First Aid, CPR, or BLS certification.
Background clearances as required by government regulations.
Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily medications, treatments, and care as assigned, within the scope of practice and applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
Observe, verify, and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
Notify a supervisor and document the reasons when prescribed medication is not administered according to directions.
Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records regarding resident medication and care.
Coordinate medication services with residents, pharmacies, and physicians, and verify dosages with physicians before dispensing.
Track medication change and refill orders and prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance.
Participate in narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shifts and immediately report discrepancies to supervisors.
Assist caregivers with their duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed.
Respond promptly and kindly to residents while maintaining their self-respect, dignity, safety, and confidentiality.
Read and follow care plans to ensure residents receive proper care.
Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, activities, and bowel and bladder functions.
Assist residents at mealtime with meal selection, serving, eating, and clearing trays.
Transport residents as needed, helping them move into and out of beds and wheelchairs using safe lifting and transfer techniques, and escorting them to meals, activities, or other transportation.