Medication Technician - PRN

Clearwater at The Arboretum•Austin, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Clearwater at The Arboretum is a premier luxury senior living community in Austin, TX and is looking for a PRN Medication Technician to join the team! The Medication Technician is responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, government regulators and guidelines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
A minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician
Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification required
Background clearances as required by government regulations
Must meet health requirements, including TB

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and with the scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations
Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed
Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and documenting the reason(s) why
Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements
Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying dosages with physician prior to dispensing
Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills – prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance
Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately
Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed.
Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality
Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents
Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinence products, etc.)
Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, and clearing trays
Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following all safety/lifting and transferring techniques – escorting them to/from meals, activities, or other transportation needs as requested or assigned