Med Tech

Viva Senior Living at Glassboro; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living at Glassboro is seeking a Resident Medication Associate in the Clinical department to administer medications and support resident care. The role requires certification as a Medication Technician, ongoing education, and adherence to regulatory standards while treating residents with compassion and respect.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English to effectively communicate with residents,

Qualifications

• Must have certification as a Medication Technician per State regulations.
• Must complete required continued education and maintain certification per State regulations.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents in accordance with state regulations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety and regulatory standards.
• Maintain documentation and complete required education to keep certification current.
• Collaborate with the care team to support residents with compassion and dignity.

Skills

English proficiency

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION TITLE : Resident Medication Associate

DEPARTMENT : Clinical

REPORTS TO : Resident Care Director / Wellness Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

The essential functions of the job for the Resident Medication Associate requires , and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following:

Must have successfully completed course work and examinations to obtain certification as a Medication Technician per State regulations.

Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.

M ust complete required continued education and maintain certification per State regulations.

Must possess knowledge of state medication techniques .

Must possess , at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED

Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.

In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).

Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and love d ones.

Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.