Geriatric Medication Technician

Homewood Retirement Centers; Maryland; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, and life insur

Retirement contributions

Professional licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Homewood Retirement Centers is seeking a Medication Technician to assist residents with daily living activities under licensed staff supervision. You will administer and record medications as ordered, following certification regulations, while protecting resident confidentiality and maintaining high standards of care.

The role requires lifting up to 30 pounds, strong organization, and effective English communication. CPR/First Aid are preferred, and being a licensed CNA in the state is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be certified on state registry as a Medication Technician within 120 days of employment.
• Ability to frequently lift and transfer up to 30 pounds during shifts.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn for an eight-hour shift.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform sequential tasks.
• Motivation and desire to work with geriatric residents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• CPR certification and basic First Aid preferred.
• Licensed Nursing Assistant in the state where care is provided a plus.

Responsibilities

• Treat all resident information as confidential.
• Comply with policies and maintain established standards and practices.
• Assist with or provide personal hygiene care (bathing, shaving, dressing, nails, toilet needs).
• Ensure residents have clean, dry linen and beds are made.
• Support proper resident nutrition during meals and snacks.
• Observe, record, and report changes to the Head Nurse.
• Assist in planning resident care.
• Promote activities of daily living per the service plan.
• Conduct resident lifts and transfers as per service plan and Lift Free Program.
• Prepare and administer medications, document in medical record, monitor changes.
• Perform other functions as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Ability to follow procedures

Education

State Medication Technician certification

Job description

Homewood Retirement Centers is seeking a Medication Technician to assist residents with daily living activities under licensed staff supervision. You will administer and record medications as ordered, following certification regulations, while protecting resident confidentiality and maintaining high standards of care.

The role requires lifting up to 30 pounds, strong organization, and effective English communication. CPR/First Aid are preferred, and being a licensed CNA in the state is a plus.