Flexible AM/PM Medication Technician — Elder Care

GRAND OAKS ASSISTED LIVING; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,094,000; Full time

Job summary

GRAND OAKS ASSISTED LIVING in Tulare, CA is seeking compassionate team members to assist with elderly residents' medication administration and daily care. Responsibilities include following physician orders, maintaining records, and adhering to policies.

The role requires flexibility to cover AM/PM shifts and to work with licensed staff; you will support care teams, ensure residents never run out of medications, and participate in emergency protocols while maintaining dignity and privacy.

Qualifications

• Performs medication administration as ordered by physicians and policies.
• Maintains patient care documentation and MAR/chart updates.
• Safely handles medications and keeps medication areas clean and organized.
• Responds to emergencies per training and protocols.
• Collaborates with care team to support residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Pour and assist residents with medications according to Physician orders, medication training, and Company policies and procedures;
• Re-order medications following the Company policies and procedures;
• Keep medication room and cart clean and orderly at all times;
• Ensure residents do not run out of medications at any time;
• Understand and follow all emergency protocols and respond to emergencies as directed and per Community training;
• File appropriate paperwork in residents charts;
• Keep medication room, cart, cupboards, and records locked when not in use;
• Treat residents with dignity and respect. Provide privacy during personal care;
• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life of the people who live in the community by initiating meaningful connections and interactions;
• Transfer orders to the MAR as directed by Licensed Nurse;
• Order medical supplies as directed by Licensed Nurse;
• Assist Care Associates as needed;
• Contribute information vital to the development and implementation of customized service plans;
• Review MARS after each cycle change;
• Assist with cost control by utilizing resources efficiently and in a waste free manner.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Documentation

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Job description

GRAND OAKS ASSISTED LIVING in Tulare, CA is seeking compassionate team members to assist with elderly residents' medication administration and daily care. Responsibilities include following physician orders, maintaining records, and adhering to policies.

The role requires flexibility to cover AM/PM shifts and to work with licensed staff; you will support care teams, ensure residents never run out of medications, and participate in emergency protocols while maintaining dignity and privacy.