Medication Technician - Town & Country

American House Senior Living Communities•Town and Country, MO

About The Position

Medication Technicians are an essential part of the wellness team, administering medications to residents safely, accurately, and on time under the supervision of a licensed nurse and the general direction of the Wellness Director. The role also supports residents’ daily care, activities, well-being, and a safe and orderly living environment. Medication Technicians follow state regulations, company policies and procedures, and established safety protocols, and attend required meetings and training.

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with residents and staff.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to make standard and routine decisions permitted by state regulations, based on training, job-required certification, detailed guidelines, and judgment; refer problems to a supervisor or follow clear guidelines.
Successful completion of a state-approved medication administration course and other state-required certifications needed to perform job duties as allowed by state regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent educational experience.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test, and physical.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Certified Med Aide or Medication Technician.
Experience working with older adults.
Previous experience in Assisted Living or Memory Care.
Knowledge of dementia and related diseases.

Responsibilities

Prepare and administer medications to residents as permitted by state regulation and according to established policies and procedures.
Document medication administration at the time of service, including verifying resident identity and recording the medication, dosage, route, and time.
Review medication administration records (MARs) after medication administration and before the end of the shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
Notify a supervisor when deciding not to administer a medication as ordered.
Communicate pertinent resident-care information, concerns, and changes to oncoming or outgoing personnel at shift change.
Maintain security of the medication cart and narcotic keys, and conduct narcotic counts at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policy.
Observe residents and report changes in their psychosocial or physical condition, as well as other concerns, to the Wellness Director.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly resident environment; keep rooms tidy and complete scheduled housekeeping tasks, including laundry, as assigned.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including ambulation, transfers, showering, personal hygiene, incontinence care, feeding, reminders, and supervision according to individual care plans.
Gather, engage, and assist residents with activities; conduct group or one-on-one activities as requested and encourage socialization and participation.
Communicate professionally with physicians and third-party specialists, including home-care, laboratory, and hospice providers.
Maintain resident records daily according to company policy and procedure.
Follow safety protocols for fire protection, infection control, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and quality assurance.
Respond promptly and positively to requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family members or friends.
Report complaints, grievances, suspected abuse, and instances of abuse to the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director.
Attend Wellness meetings and required training to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.