Medication Tech Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of the Medication Aide Course.
• Current CNA and Med Tech licenses from the State Board of Nursing in good standing.
• Satisfactorily pass two medication observations annually.
• Satisfactorily pass all assigned medication cart audits.
• Attend four additional hours of medication administration education annually.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
• Polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
• Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
• Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to represent the community positively and professionally.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
• Ability to remain calm and competent during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.
• Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and with travel to and from the dining room and activities.
• Report resident incidents, care concerns, and issues to appropriate individuals.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments and common areas.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts.
• Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
• Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities; check on ill residents and report their status or concerns.
• Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
• Support new residents during move-in transitions, including providing emotional support.
• Attend scheduled medication trainings and complete medication administration observations, audits, and education.
• Complete medication cart audits as assigned and maintain the medication cart as directed.
• Communicate residents’ medication needs to the HCD and document them in the Daily Log.
• Re-order medications, fax information to the pharmacy, communicate with resident families or representatives as needed regarding changes, and report in the Daily Log.
• Document medication administration in the EMAR/MAR and report and document exceptions to the HCD, EMAR, and Daily Log.
• Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Full-time and part-time benefits packages
• Training, development, and career laddering
• Work-life balance
• Flexible scheduling