Arizona Certified Medication Technician Memory Care

Frontier Senior Living; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Senior Living seeks a Medication Technician for Catalina Springs Memory Care in Oro Valley, AZ. You will administer medications, document accurately, and support residents with daily care in a warm, team-based environment.

Arizona Caregiver Certification is required, English proficiency is essential, and training is offered. Shifts include day, swing, and overnight with a focus on safety and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Arizona State-Approved Assisted Living Caregiver Certification is required.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in English required for communication with residents and staff.
• Attends in-services monthly as part of ongoing training.
• Willingness to train and work with elderly population.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments according to schedule.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and staff information.
• Notifies Resident Care Coordinator and RN of changes in condition.
• Assists with monthly medication records as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and restocking of Med room and cart.
• Demonstrates proper technique with equipment or learns to assist with items as directed.
• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights.
• Fill-in for receptionist as directed by leadership.
• Fill in for a caregiver when needed.
• Assist in care needs of residents, lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Work as manager on duty as directed by Executive Director/ RCC.
• Keep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Arizona State-Approved Assisted Living Caregiver Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Catalina Springs Memory Care - Oro Valley, AZ, Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00Hourly, Job Category: Health Services, Frontier Senior Living is seeking an outstanding Medication Technician for the Catalina Springs Memory Care community located in Oro Valley, AZ (close to Tucson!).

This position requires that candidates have or can immediately obtain an Arizona State-Approved Assisted Living Caregiver Certification.

Shifts and Schedules

• Day Shift: Approx. 6AM-2PM
• Swing/Evening Shift: Approx. 2PM-10PM
• NOC/Overnight Shift: Approx. 10PM-6AM

Frontier Senior Living's portfolio of communities spans throughout the United States with each community sharing a commitment to superior service and quality lifestyle for our residents within their own unique setting. Frontier's mission is to provide an enriched and meaningful experience for our residents, team members, and community partners.

The Medication Technician is responsible for all duties related to safely administering medications and treatments to the residents. This position requires legible, accurate documentation on the medication record and in the resident chart. The Medication Technician position requires a responsible demeanor, caring nature and ability to contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information
• Notifies Resident Care Coordinator /Executive Director/RN of resident changes of condition
• Assists with monthly medication records as needed
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cart
• Has knowledge of, and can demonstrate proper technique, or can learn how to assist with: a gait belt, sit to stand lift, transfer board, oxygen equipment, C-Pap, Nebulizer, catheter, specimen, transfer pole, trapeze, wheelchair, scale, and other equipment as directed by the Resident Care Coordinator /RN
• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights
• Fill-in for the receptionist as directed by Executive Director/Resident Care Coordinator
• Fill in for a caregiver when needed
• Capable of assisting in care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 pounds
• Work as manager on duty as directed by Executive Director/ Resident Care Coordinator
• Keep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life/AD&D
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) plan with a competitive Match program

To discover more about the Frontier Management team, please visit our site at www.frontiermgmt.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Drug-Free Workplace

Qualifications

• Arizona State-Approved Assisted Living Caregiver Certification
• High school graduate preferred
• Proficiency in English required
• Attends in-services monthly required for position
• Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. We are willing to train!