Evening Medication Technician & Care Provider Senior Living

Ivy Living; Castroville (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

IVY PARK AT SALINAS, managed by Oakmont Management Group, seeks a Medication Technician to supervise and assist with medication administration for residents. The role includes direct personal care, encouraging participation in activities, and coordinating with housekeepers and maintenance to uphold our care standards.

Responsibilities include preparing and distributing meds, coordinating with pharmacies and physicians, and maintaining secure resident records.

Qualifications

• Prefer one (1) year of experience assisting with medication at a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE).
• Based on state regulation, completion of training/certification may be required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A high school diploma or equivalent; a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is a plus.
• Must be able to operate MS Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong desire to work with the elderly and care for their needs.
• Possess written and verbal skills to interact and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, physicians, healthcare professionals, residents, and their families.
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medication to residents.
• Coordinate medication services with the resident, pharmacy, and physician.
• Order and track all medication changes, refills, and deliveries with pharmacies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident care

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

IVY PARK AT SALINAS, managed by Oakmont Management Group, seeks a Medication Technician to supervise and assist with medication administration for residents. The role includes direct personal care, encouraging participation in activities, and coordinating with housekeepers and maintenance to uphold our care standards.

Responsibilities include preparing and distributing meds, coordinating with pharmacies and physicians, and maintaining secure resident records.