Medication Technician

MBK Senior Living; Stockton; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k matching up to 4%

Education loan assistance and scholarships

Flexible spending accounts

Team member discounts

Job summary

MBK Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician in Glenboro – South Cypress, Canada. The role involves documenting, delivering, and administering medications to residents as prescribed while ensuring adherence to policies and regulations.

The ideal candidate will assist with daily medication routines and personal care, and should possess strong skills in customer service and teamwork. A high school diploma is required, and experience handling medications is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over, or have proper work permit and authorization.
• Experience handling medications preferred; training available.
• Must maintain HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Document and administer medicines as prescribed.
• Assist residents with daily medications and personal care.
• Notify supervisor of any medication discrepancies.

Skills

Handling medications

Customer service

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Pay: $20.00- $22.00 / Hr.

Schedule: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, (Thursday- Sunday or Wednesday - Saturday)

Job Summary: 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned within scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations (40% of time).
• Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed (6%).
• Notify supervisor if prescribed medication not administered according to directions and document reasons (5%).
• Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care (6%).
• Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verify dosages with physician prior to dispensing (5%).
• Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills – prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance (5%).
• Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift (5%).
• Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed (13%).
• Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality.
• Assist residents in daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including shaving, grooming, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions.
• Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, clearing, delivering room trays as needed.
• 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.
• Perform regular safety checks on residents and offer medication reminders.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, cleaning, setting tables, etc.
• Clean and assist with all other community activities and job duties as required or assigned.
• Chart and document appropriate information (including incident reports) communicating any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Respond promptly to all resident alerts, carrying walkie-talkies and reacting to emergency or other resident requests as needed.
• Ensure resident safety and comfort at all times, assisting in the performance of fire or other safety drills.
• Perform other duties as consistent with the position and as assigned by the Director of Health Services and/or Executive Director, or other designee of the Executive Director (15%).
• Always display a positive and professional image through actions and dress and in accordance with the MBK core values.
• Encourage teamwork through open communication with co-workers and other departments (100%).
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and guests (100%).

Non-Essential Duties

None

Requirements

• Age 18 or over, or have the proper work permit and work authorization documentation.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience handling medications preferred but on the job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.
• Background clearances as required by government regulations.
• Complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment).
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to interact effectively with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• Must meet and maintain all state specific regulatory requirements.
• Must maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.

Physical Demands

• Must be mobile and able to execute the physical demands of the position.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push 40 pounds unassisted.

Benefits

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%.
• Childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Team member discounts.
• Education loan assistance & scholarships.
• Financial and legal services.
• Health and Wellness resources.
• Competitive salaries.
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs.

Equal Opportunity

MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail].

Regulatory Disclosures

Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An "Excluded Party" is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.

Other Regulatory Requirements: If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure: All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company.