Medication Technician (Part Time)

Kisco Senior Living • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Medication Technician at Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine supports community residents with activities of daily living and delivers quality care that encourages independence and promotes each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. This is a part-time role scheduled Thursday and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with pay of $19–$23 per hour depending on experience.

The role includes monitoring resident well-being, reporting changes in condition, assisting with personal care and mobility, documenting care, maintaining resident privacy, and supporting resident-centered wellness programs. The Medication Technician also helps with community operations, customer service, resident relations, events, and upkeep of common areas and residents’ rooms. Employees must follow company policies, safety practices, regulatory requirements, and applicable standards.

Requirements

• A high school education or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to bring a positive attitude to work and be a strong team player.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Basic competency using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office, internet-based applications, and custom applications.
• Must meet State training requirements and/or certifications.
• First Aid certification and CPR may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing assistant course recommended.
• Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ well-being and promptly report changes in condition to the appropriate associate or department.
• Assist residents with requests or connect them with an appropriate associate.
• Learn resident preferences and provide service that supports resident satisfaction.
• Supervise or assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation, and other activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and develop strong resident relationships.
• Respond to emergencies according to policies and procedures.
• Help residents use assistive devices, including walkers, wheelchairs, and hearing aids.
• Encourage residents’ self-care.
• Document care and resident status according to documentation standards.
• Provide input to the Care Services Director and/or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator to help keep individual service plans current.
• Review the 24 Hour Report and care checklists regularly.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy; practice standard precautions, infection control, and safe work practices.
• Cover the Care Services lobby Customer Service desk when necessary and answer telephones according to company policy and standards.
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
• Resolve resident questions according to policies and procedures.
• Greet and direct family members, potential residents, prospects, and other individuals to appropriate staff contacts.
• Assist with and participate in community special events and marketing events.
• Support residents’ social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents, including encouraging participation in wellness programming.
• Help maintain community common areas and residents’ rooms, including making beds, taking out trash, and washing dishes.
• Assist with resident laundry as assigned.
• Support open and honest communication among associates and work collaboratively within the department and across the community.
• Maintain professional appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and promptly report issues or concerns to a supervisor.
• Support continuous improvement and adhere to regulations, laws, company standards, and the Associate Handbook.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Free meal per shift
• Healthcare benefits, including vision and dental, for full-time employees only
• Matching 401(k) for full-time employees only
• Paid time off
• Rewards and bonus opportunities
• Continuous training and growth opportunities
• The company covers the cost of required pre-employment screening and checks if selected for employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED