Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Assisted Living

Foundry Commercial•Plant City, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Medication Technician (Med Tech) – Alto Walden Woods is hiring Full-Time Medication Technicians across our Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods. Whether you prefer days or nights, we have a consistent 12-hour schedule that works for your life. The Medication Assistant is to provide resident care services including assistance with self-administration of medication, to the residents in the Assisted Living area under the supervision of the Resident Care Director (RCD) according to scheduled duties and assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment.

Requirements

Medication Technician certification — required
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Must possess current Medication Training certification.
Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

Assisted Living or geriatric care experience — strongly preferred
Memory Care or dementia experience — a plus
Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication accuracy
Dependable and comfortable working 12-hour shifts
Compassionate, patient, and genuine care for seniors
Minimum one (1) year experience with senior adults highly preferred.
May be a Licensed or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant (NA), depending on the state requirements; if licensed or certified, must be in good standing with the state licensing or certifying agency.
Certification in CPR and first aid preferred or as required by the State.
Previous experience with computerized resident documentation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately administer medications to Assisted Living and Memory Care residents per physician orders and care plans
Monitor residents for medication side effects and changes in condition
Maintain accurate medication records and documentation
Provide compassionate care and support to residents throughout your shift
Be the calm, reliable clinical presence residents count on every shift
Able to approach all encounters with residents, associates, and visitors in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Assist residents with medications as allowed under State guidelines.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care.
Work closely with and maintain daily communications with the Resident Services associates to ensure continuity of care and services is maintained for the residents.
Participate in resident activities and lead resident activities as needed.
Meet customer service standards in a friendly, helpful, courteous manner with resident satisfaction a priority.
Other job duties assigned – see full job description.