Medication Technician

MBK Senior Living•Portland, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician provides compassionate, high-quality resident care by assisting with medication administration and activities of daily living in accordance with each resident’s personalized service plan. The role includes documenting, delivering, and administering or assisting with physician-prescribed treatments and medications safely and in accordance with company procedures, government regulations, and guidelines. The position is full-time, scheduled Friday through Monday on a swing shift, and requires weekend availability. Pay is dependent on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Certification or education required by applicable state regulations.
Must have or be able to obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification.
At least 1 year of related work experience in a similar healthcare role and work environment.
Must be at least 18 years old.
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 previous 6 months.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to read, write, and speak English and follow spoken and written directions.
Comfort with technology used to document medication passes, incidents, and notes.
Meet and maintain all state-specific regulatory requirements, including medication certification and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to manage and respond effectively to resident behaviors, including verbal and physical expressions, while maintaining a safe environment.
Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to make sound independent decisions when appropriate, remain calm, and manage stressful or emergency situations.
Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
Maintain a positive and professional image consistent with MBK values.
Able to walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Able to move throughout the workday, within the community, and between neighborhoods, and assist with resident transfers during routine and emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience handling medications; on-the-job training is available for candidates with the appropriate focus and desire.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily medications, treatments, and assigned care within the scope of practice and in accordance with policies, procedures, and government regulations.
Notify a supervisor when prescribed medication is not administered as directed and document the reason.
Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records relating to resident medication and care.
Track medication changes and refill orders, notify the pharmacy of new orders, and report missing medications to a supervisor.
Assist caregivers with their duties as described in the Caregiver job description.
Document relevant information, including incident reports, and immediately report 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 by following established safety 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 as assigned by the Director of Health Services, Executive Director, or designee.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team member discount programs.
Resources to support physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, and vision coverage.
For full-time team members: 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.
Competitive salaries.
Leadership development, in-person and virtual training, and individual and group training.