Medication Technician
Job Summary:
As a Medication Technician at The Maples Assisted Living Facility, LLC, you will be responsible for providing daily encouragement, supervision, and assistance with medications, treatments, and follow-through with prescribed services. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and promoting the success of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Responsibilities:
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Demonstrates competency in the following areas:
• Encourages and reinforces the need for a safe environment related to equipment, mental status changes, fall precautions, and first aid.
• Properly documents within the electronic medical record the acceptance and/or refusal of self-medication.
• Explains all care procedures to residents prior to performance.
• Assists with and monitors the self-administration of medications by residents.
• Recognizes and reports any abuse or neglect potential.
• Responsible for ordering, organizing, and reviewing medications.
• Provides feedback and suggestions when changes occur in medications and communicates effectively with pharmacy.
• Assists with eating, care of teeth, grooming, bathing, restrooms, dressing, and walking as required within the Service Plan (HHA or PCA Only).
• Reports any change in the patient's mental and physical condition to supervisor.
• Will not perform Foley Catheter Irrigations, Sterile Dressing Changes, Enemas, Injections, or application of heat in any form.
• Follows Chain of Command to ensure proper communication.
• Ensures 12 hours of Inservices education completed annually.
• Meets current documentation standards and policies.
• Follows through, as needed, on information given by shift report, resident, or family regarding suggestions, changes, or concerns.
• Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrates competence in technical and manual skills according to scope of practice.
• Provides reminders for meals and medications.
• Functions as a resident advocate by protecting and ensuring residents' rights.
• Observes and ensures the environment is well maintained and assists in providing a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Knowledgeable of work order and communicates necessary issues to environmental services.
• Communicates with the Interdisciplinary team to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Consistently follows the policies and procedures of the home.
• Reports any incidents or accidents to supervisor.
• Maintains First Aid Certification.
• Works collaboratively with the pharmacy, MD Offices, and Resident to ensure timely receipt of medication and service scripts.
Requirements:
• 0 years of experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• High school diploma or equivalent required
Benefits:
• Competitive hourly rate of $18.65
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply for this exciting role. We look forward to hearing from you!