Medication Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have completed the course, as required by State Regulation to administer medication.
• CPR and First Aide training as mandated by the State employed.
• Ability to use computer for documenting services provided.
• Fluent in the ability to communicate in the English language, both oral and written.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing or demonstrate the ability to learn data input.
• Current Med Aide or LMNA certification/license or completed required training as dictated by State Regulation.
• Must maintain required certification/license and to provide copies of the documentation to the Resident Care Director or designee.
• Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.
• Visual and auditory acuity.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs. and be able to carry objects.
• Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.
• Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
• Must use good body mechanics.
• Stamina to make visits to residents throughout the community.
• Occasional pushing or pulling, assisting of residents weighing (~150 lbs.).
• Have the ability to occasionally push an occupied wheelchair for a distance of up to 200 feet.
• Must project a positive attitude towards the service provided.
• Associate may be subject to potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, and to handling hazardous chemicals (either Category 1 or 2).

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience providing direct care or the equivalent in training preferred.
• Experience in caring for seniors with Alzheimers disease or other forms of Dementia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense unit dose medications, making required record entries and notifying the nurse of self-administered medications.
• Order and receive medications per State regulation and LCB policies and procedures.
• Assist Residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including toileting, dressing, bathing, eating, and walking.
• Monitor for changes in resident needs, preferences, and health status, reporting any changes to the RN or designee.
• Assist Residents with clothing and laundry needs as per the service plan.
• Supervise or assist Residents with activity programs.
• Assist Residents in going to bed at night, when necessary.
• Assist Residents with keeping their units neat, clean, and orderly.
• Answer emergency calls and attend to Residents' needs promptly.
• Participate in regularly scheduled on-going in-service training programs and mandatory education requirements.
• Assist with escorting residents to meals and activities as needed.
• Document scheduled and unscheduled services provided, including incidents, behaviors, and out-of-the-ordinary events, as well as resident refusal of services.
• Input information into the community computer tracking system regarding services provided to residents.
• Conduct and facilitate programming, including therapeutic groups and individual interaction, that offer cognitive stimulation, socialization, physical activity, and spiritual connection.

Benefits

• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Possibility for tuition reimbursement