Medication Technician – Full-Time & Part-Time

Allegro Senior Living•Plant City, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Alto Walden Woods Senior Living by Allegro is hiring Medication Technicians to provide care to residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. The role includes assisting with medication self-administration in accordance with physician orders, care plans, and applicable state guidelines, under the supervision of the Resident Care Director. Medication Technicians monitor residents for side effects and changes in condition, maintain accurate medication records, assist with activities of daily living, and help maintain a positive physical and social environment. The position also involves communicating with Resident Services associates, participating in or leading resident activities, and providing friendly, compassionate, customer-focused support. Full-time and part-time positions are available for 12-hour PM shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Full-time work is scheduled three days per week; part-time positions offer consistent scheduling. The community is located in Plant City, Florida.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess current Medication Training certification.
Must have the required In-Person Medication Administration 6-Hour Certificate.
Must pass a criminal background screening.
Must comply with the company Drug Free Workplace policy.
Must be dependable, compassionate, attentive to detail, committed to medication accuracy, and able to work as a team member.
Must be comfortable working 12-hour PM shifts.

Nice To Haves

Medication Technician, Assisted Living, or Memory Care experience.
At least one year of experience with senior adults.
Licensed or certified as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant (NA), where applicable under state requirements, and in good standing with the state licensing or certifying agency.
Current CPR and first aid certification, preferred or as required by the state.
Experience with computerized resident documentation systems.

Responsibilities

Administer or assist with residents’ medications as permitted by state guidelines and in accordance with physician orders and care plans.
Monitor residents for medication side effects and changes in condition.
Maintain accurate medication records and documentation.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
Provide compassionate support and maintain a positive physical and social environment for residents.
Communicate daily with Resident Services associates to support continuity of care and services.
Participate in resident activities and lead activities as needed.
Meet customer service standards by interacting with residents, associates, and visitors in a friendly, helpful, courteous, and service-oriented manner.