Medication Technician

MBK Senior Living•Manteca, CA

12d

About The Position

The Medication Technician provides compassionate, quality resident care by assisting with medication administration, treatments, and activities of daily living according to each resident’s personalized service plan. The role includes documenting, delivering, and administering or assisting with prescribed treatments and medications safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. The technician maintains confidential and accurate resident records, tracks medication changes and refills, communicates concerns and changes in residents’ conditions to supervisors, responds to emergencies and resident requests, and helps maintain a safe environment. The position also supports caregivers, promotes teamwork and open communication, and performs other assigned duties. This position is scheduled Friday and Saturday on the PM shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The stated pay rate is $19.00–$20.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Certification or education required by state regulations.
Must have or be able to obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification.
At least 1 year of prior related work experience in a similar healthcare role and work environment.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must 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 prior 6 months.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and follow spoken and written directions.
Comfort using technology to document medication passes, incidents, and notes.
Must meet and maintain state-specific regulatory requirements, including medication certification and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, and guests of 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.
Must display a positive, professional image in accordance with company values.
Must be mobile and able to walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
Must be able 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 resident movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience handling medications is preferred; 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 and within the scope of applicable practice, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Notify a supervisor when prescribed medication is not administered as directed and document the reason.
Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records of resident medication and care.
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 communicate observed or suspected changes in a resident’s condition to a supervisor.
Respond promptly to emergencies and resident alerts or requests.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with 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 use of recognition programs in alignment with company principles and values.
Perform other duties or special projects assigned by the Director of Health Services, Executive Director, or designee.

Benefits

Competitive salaries.
Leadership development and live in-person, virtual, individual, and group training.
401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 with multiple medical plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan 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.