Compassionate Medication Technician - Senior Care

Prestige Care and Rehabilitation - Pinewood Terrace; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Care and Rehabilitation - Pinewood Terrace is seeking a Medication Technician to provide medication services and direct resident care, supporting daily activities, housekeeping, and dining room duties.

The role requires state-mandated medication pass certification and CPR/First Aid qualifications, with preference for experience in elder care and adherence to regulatory standards. Training is provided to align with center protocols.

Qualifications

• One or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred.
• State required medication pass certification or other required certification.
• Complete state required delegation and/or training requirements.
• Must have word processing skills.
• Must have current CPR certification, First Aid training, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations.
• Must complete all state required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation of the medication room and medication services as directed by the Health Services Director and in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Process physician medication and treatment orders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Administer and assist with the self-administration of routine and non-routine medications in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and the nurse practice act.
• Complete simple treatments and monitor residents as directed by the HSD in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Maintain accurate records of medication and treatment services provided or omitted, including controlled substances, in each resident’s clinical record.
• Coordinate with pharmacies for medication orders and refills.
• Report all medication errors per policy.
• Report and record changes in resident condition, incidents and accidents to HSD, physician and family member as indicated under the direction of the HSD. Complete all incident forms.
• Routinely communicates with physicians, pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication and care services.
• Provide direct resident care while promoting the resident’s dignity, independence and choice, regularly observe residents’ physical and mental conditions and report changes to the HSD, Expressions Director, or Executive Director.
• Assist with or provide care services as directed by the resident’s cooperative service plan.
• Greet residents, visitors, and staff courteously, and in a manner that respects dignity, confidentiality standards, and promotes individual rights.
• Follow and support community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly report any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor.
• Serve meals in the dining room, assisting residents at mealtime, provide resident tray delivery, and assist with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance.
• Assist in lifting, moving and transporting residents using proper body mechanics or assistive devices as directed by the resident’s cooperative service plan.
• Assist with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care services with coworkers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly.
• Perform First Aid and initiate emergency response procedures per policy and state regulations.
• Properly stores medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly.
• Remove outdated or discontinued medications to return to the pharmacy or disposal per policy.
• Attend and participate in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word processing

CPR certification

First Aid training

Food Handlers permit

Delegation training

Medication pass competency

State regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Prestige Care and Rehabilitation - Pinewood Terrace is seeking a Medication Technician to provide medication services and direct resident care, supporting daily activities, housekeeping, and dining room duties.

The role requires state-mandated medication pass certification and CPR/First Aid qualifications, with preference for experience in elder care and adherence to regulatory standards. Training is provided to align with center protocols.