Certified Med Technician

Asbury Communities; Pen Argyl (Northampton County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K with match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Asbury Chandler Estates, part of Asbury Communities, seeks a dedicated medication aide to support residents with daily living and medicine administration in a warm, inclusive community. You will prepare and safely administer prescribed medications, verify resident identity, and ensure correct labeling and timing, with a focus on accuracy and compassion.

This role offers full-time hours with evening and overnight shifts, in a Great Place to Work environment that values growth and resident

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Medication Administration course is a plus.
• 1 year experience or training with older adults or retirement housing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Accurately and safely prepares and administers oral, ophthalmic, optic, nasal, rectal, and topical medications prescribed by the physician.
• Verifies the identity of the resident before administering medication or treatment; checks the medication three times before administering for correct resident, drug, and dosage, form, route, and accurate time and frequency (e.g. 1 hour after meals).
• Ensures that all medications administered are properly labeled.

Skills

Patient care

Medication safety

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medication Administration course

Job description

Company Description

Love Where You Work - And Why You Work!At Asbury Chandler Estates you’ll find purpose, growth, and a team that truly cares.

For the 9th year in a row,Asbury Communitieshas earned the Great Place to Work designation. - a reflection of our people-first culture and the trust our team members place in us.

Hours and Pay:

• Pay Rate:$18.00 per hour
• Full Time: 3pm-11:30pm + .75 Shift diff
• Full Time: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM + .5 Shift diff
• Part Time: 7am-3:30pm

Why You'll Love Being Here:

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives
• Work in a community recognized as aGreat Place to Work

Job Description

• Assists residents with activities of daily living
• Accurately and safely prepares and administers oral, ophthalmic, optic, nasal, rectal, and topical medications prescribed by the physician.
• Verifies the identity of the resident before administering medication or treatment; checks the medication three times before administering for correct resident, drug, and dosage, form, route, and accurate time and frequency (e.g. 1 hour after meals)
• Ensures that all medications administered are properly labeled.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Completion of a recognized Medication Administration course is a plus
• 1 year experience or training working with older adults or in the retirement housing industry is preferred

Additional Information

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with match
• PTO and paid holidays

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.