Med Tech – Safe, Precise Medication Care (Senior Living)

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

EAP/Discount program

PTO, sick time, holidays

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications per physician orders and observe residents during and after passes. You will document in MAR/TAR in real time and maintain secure, clean medication carts while following infection control standards.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, Medication Administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and strong documentation/communication skills. Senior care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medication Administration certification required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Strong documentation and communication skills essential.
• Senior care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per physician orders.
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration.
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time.
• Observe residents during and after medication passes.
• Monitor symptoms and administer medications as ordered for relief.
• Report refusals or concerns promptly.
• Complete narcotic counts per policy.
• Maintain clean, organized medication carts and rooms.
• Follow infection control and safety standards.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medication Administration certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Strong documentation and communication skills

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications per physician orders and observe residents during and after passes. You will document in MAR/TAR in real time and maintain secure, clean medication carts while following infection control standards.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, Medication Administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and strong documentation/communication skills. Senior care experience is preferred.