Medication Technician (Part Time)

Kisco Senior Living • Irvine, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician at Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine supports community residents with activities of daily living and helps deliver quality care. The role encourages residents’ independence and supports their physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. This is a part-time role with two schedule options: Assisted Living on Friday and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or Memory Care on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The listed pay range is $19–$23 per hour for either option, depending on experience.

The Medication Technician monitors residents’ well-being, reports changes in condition, assists with personal care and mobility, documents care, maintains confidentiality, and responds to emergencies. The position also supports resident wellness and social activities, helps maintain resident rooms and common areas, assists with customer service and community events, and works collaboratively with associates across the community. Employment offers are contingent on passing the specified pre-employment checks; Kisco Senior Living covers their cost.

Requirements

• High school education or GED equivalent preferred.
• Nursing assistant course recommended.
• First Aid certification and CPR if required.
• Must meet State training requirements and/or certifications.
• 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.
• Must successfully pass the pre-employment process, including a drug screen, job-specific physical, TB test, and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ well-being and immediately report changes in condition to the appropriate associate or department.
• Respond to residents’ simple requests or direct them to an appropriate associate.
• Learn residents’ preferences and provide customer service that supports resident satisfaction.
• Supervise or assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation, and other activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and build strong resident relationships.
• Respond to emergencies according to policies and procedures.
• Help residents use assistive devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, and hearing aids.
• Encourage residents to care for themselves where possible.
• Document care and resident status in accordance with documentation standards.
• Provide input to the Care Services Director and/or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator to help keep individual service plans current.
• Regularly review the 24 Hour Report and care checklists.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy; follow standard precautions, infection-control practices, and safe work practices.
• Cover the Customer Service desk in the Care Services lobby when necessary and answer the telephone according to company standards.
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
• Resolve resident questions according to established policies and procedures.
• Greet and direct family members, potential residents, prospects, and other visitors to appropriate community staff.
• Assist with and participate in community special events and marketing events.
• Support residents’ social needs through interactions with staff, family, and other residents, including encouraging participation in wellness programming.
• Help maintain community common areas and residents’ rooms, including making beds, taking out trash, and washing dishes.
• Assist with resident laundry as assigned.
• Communicate openly and honestly with associates and work as part of the department and community teams.
• Maintain personal appearance and grooming standards, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
• Look for ways to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and promptly report concerns or issues to a supervisor.
• Support continuous improvement and comply with regulations, laws, and company standards, including the Associate Handbook.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Free meal per shift.
• Healthcare benefits, including vision and dental, for full-time associates only.
• Matching 401(k) for full-time associates only.
• Paid time off.
• Rewards and bonus opportunities.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities.
• The company covers the cost of the required pre-employment checks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED