Medication Tech | Part-Time

Virginia Beach Operations LLC; Aspen Hill (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Full-time & Part-time benefits packages

Training, Development & Career Laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Virginia Beach Operations LLC is looking for a Med Tech in Aspen Hill, Maryland, to provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents. This role involves assisting with medication administration, following strict policies, and maintaining a high standard of care while communicating effectively with residents and team members.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, CNA and Med Tech licenses, and a caring attitude. They will be involved in training sessions and must maintain a good standing in required certifications.

Qualifications

• Must effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must possess current CNA and Med Tech licenses from the State Board of Nursing.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration of prescribed medications within scope of practice.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Caring attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medication Aide Course completion

CNA and Med Tech licenses

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

2077 S. Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23453

Job Description

The Med Tech provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents of the community as well as assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice. Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position. Assists residents with activities of daily living. Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues. Performs housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor. Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts. Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents. Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information. Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities. Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities. Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals. Communicates verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers. Assists new residents with move‑in transition, provide emotional support. Attendance to all medication trainings scheduled. Complete medication cart audits as assigned and maintain the medication cart as directed. Pass all medication administration observations. Communicates all medication resident needs to the HCD and documents in the Daily Log. Re‑orders medications, faxes to pharmacy, communicates with resident family/RP as needed with changes. Reports in Daily Log. Documents all medication administration on the EMAR/MAR. Reports all exceptions to the HCD and documented on EMAR and Daily Log. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.
• Follows policies and procedures related to the position.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Reports incidents involving residents, including care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED).
• Performs housekeeping duties such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor.
• Responds promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts.
• Helps plan and conduct activity programs for residents.
• Adheres to confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
• Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities.
• Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities.
• Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
• Communicates verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers.
• Assists new residents with move‑in transition: provides emotional support.
• Attends all medication trainings scheduled.
• Completes medication cart audits as assigned and maintains the medication cart as directed.
• Passes all medication administration observations.
• Communicates all medication resident needs to the HCD and documents in the Daily Log.
• Re‑orders medications, faxes to pharmacy, communicates with resident family/RP as needed with changes.
• Reports in Daily Log and documents all medication administration on the EMAR/MAR.
• Reports all exceptions to the HCD and documents on EMAR and Daily Log.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed the Medication Aide Course.
• Must possess current CNA and Med Tech licenses from the State Board of Nursing in good standing.
• Must satisfactorily pass 2 medication observations annually.
• Must satisfactorily pass all medication cart audits assigned.
• Must attend 4 additional hours of medication administration education annually.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
• Must be a contributing member of the nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor.
• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co‑workers at all times.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs.
• Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
• Must be in designated uniform during working hours, including name badge and a smile.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
• Must attend and complete all required in‑services and staff meetings.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies.

Benefits

• 401k
• Full‑time & Part‑time benefits packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work‑life balance
• Flexible scheduling

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.