Medication Technician

Compass Senior Living • McMinnville, OR

26d

About The Position

The Medication Technician/Medication Passer is a shift leader and role model responsible for the safe and secure delivery of medications. The position helps develop, coordinate, and carry out each elder’s Growth and Wellness plan in line with their preferences and abilities. It also supports and guides Care Partners and helps ensure their assignments are completed.

The Medication Technician passes medications and assists with self-administration as required by state law. The role includes supporting and training team members, participating in interviews and orientation as needed, coaching in collaboration with the Administrator, coordinating scheduling with the RCC and Administrator, and supervising the storage, distribution, and discontinuation of residents’ medication. The position maintains compliance with Compass Senior Living policies and procedures, including the Quality Counts Policy and Procedure Manual.

Requirements

• Computer literacy and proficiency in learning specified online programs.
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and be goal-directed.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle difficult, sensitive, and confidential issues.
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English.
• Meet health requirements specified by state and/or federal regulations.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Compassion, kindness, and collaboration skills when working with elders and their families.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications and assist with self-administration of medication as required by state law.
• Guide and support Medication Technicians on the shift.
• Lead Care Partners as a role model of kindness, accountability, and collaboration, and ensure they complete their assignments.
• Participate in interviewing new Care Partners and Medication Technicians as needed.
• Orient new Care Partners and Medication Technicians.
• Train and retrain Care Partners and Medication Technicians as required by state regulations or to maintain skills.
• Coach team members in collaboration with the Administrator.
• Work with the RCC and Administrator on scheduling.
• Supervise the storage, distribution, and discontinuation of residents’ medication.
• Help develop, coordinate, and perform tasks in elders’ Growth and Wellness plans according to their preferences and abilities.
• Maintain compliance with Compass Senior Living policies and procedures, including the Quality Counts Policy and Procedure Manual.

Benefits

• Accrue vacation and sick time starting the first day.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year.
• Financial wellness education program.
• Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts.
• Early access pay options.
• Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefit options.
• For full-time team members: Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• For full-time team members: education reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed