Overnight Med Tech (Full Time)

Kisco Senior Living•Los Altos, CA

About The Position

The Medication Technician at BridgePoint at Los Altos administers medications to residents or assists residents with self-administration, coordinates treatments, and helps with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and supporting residents’ physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. This is a full-time overnight position scheduled Thursday through Sunday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with a pay range of $25–$27 per hour and a $1,000 hiring bonus. The role includes observing and reporting changes in residents’ conditions; preparing, assisting with, tracking, and documenting medications; supporting resident wellness and safety; and helping resident assistants as needed. The Medication Technician works collaboratively across the community, follows regulatory and company requirements, supports communication and continuous improvement, and contributes to resident satisfaction and the community’s sales process. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of the pre-employment process, including a drug screen, job-specific physical, TB test, and background check. The company covers the cost of these pre-hire requirements.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Nursing Assistant course; state-approved if required.
Must be at least 21 years of age or meet state requirements.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Completion of required training and/or certification for assisting with medications according to state requirements.
Knowledge of pertinent regulations for monitoring and licensing the residence.
Basic competency using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office, internet-based applications, and custom applications.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Ability to complete the pre-employment process, including a drug screen, job-specific physical, TB test, and background check.

Responsibilities

Observe residents for changes in condition and report them to the Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC), Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or an appropriate physician.
Assist residents with simple requests or connect them with an appropriate associate.
Learn resident preferences and provide customer service that supports resident satisfaction.
Document and report changes in condition using company resident-care forms.
Set up medications and assist residents with medication use.
Log in medications received from pharmacies, verify physician orders, and promptly communicate concerns.
Track medications and reorder them as needed.
Track vital signs and weight, perform diabetic testing and insulin injections if permitted by state law, and assist with ambulation and general activities.
Follow regulatory and company policies for medication destruction.
Document and remove medications discontinued by a resident’s physician.
Use common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms related to medication administration.
Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
Help maintain each resident’s self-respect, dignity, and personal safety.
Assist resident assistants as needed when primary tasks are completed.
Track needed supplies and communicate needs to the Care Services Director or RCC/DCC.
Work collaboratively within the department and across the community, supporting open and honest communication.
Maintain professional appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
Identify ways to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Ensure regulatory compliance, promptly report issues or concerns, support continuous improvement, and follow applicable laws, regulations, Kisco standards, and the Associate Handbook.
Understand and support the community sales process.
Perform other related duties as required.