Medication Tech in Training | Growth & Tuition

Kids for the Future; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

PTO

Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Voluntary benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vincentian Home Personal Care in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Medication Technician in Training. This role starts with base pay of $16.00/hour during training and provides hands-on resident care while completing the Medication Technician exam within 90 days.

After passing, you’ll earn a minimum of $16.50/hour and may advance to full Medication Technician duties. Shifts available include 7:00am-3:00pm, 3:00pm-11:00pm, and 11:00pm-7:00am.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous resident care experience or related training preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient when working with residents.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
• Commitment to treating residents, families, visitors, and coworkers with kindness, respect, and dignity.
• Willingness and ability to complete the Medication Technician training and testing requirements within the required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, shaving, dental hygiene, and nail and hair care.
• Assist with dining needs and meal-related tasks.
• Escort residents and assist with internal transportation needs.
• Complete light housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Conduct resident rounds and room checks.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, or emotional condition to nursing staff.
• Report environmental safety concerns, incidents, errors, or accidents.
• Participate in resident-centered activities and programs.
• Respond appropriately to emergency and disaster situations.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, caregivers, and other members of the care team.
• Respect and protect resident rights, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate appreciation for the experiences, heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents we serve.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to the Medication Technician in Training program.
• Complete all required training and work toward successful completion of the Medication Technician exam.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Communication

Respectful care

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vincentian Home Personal Care in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Medication Technician in Training. This role starts with base pay of $16.00/hour during training and provides hands-on resident care while completing the Medication Technician exam within 90 days.

After passing, you’ll earn a minimum of $16.50/hour and may advance to full Medication Technician duties. Shifts available include 7:00am-3:00pm, 3:00pm-11:00pm, and 11:00pm-7:00am.