Medication Tech - Rio Rancho

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Avamere at Rio Rancho is hiring a Medication Tech for the evening shift (2pm–10pm) to administer medications and provide direct care to residents in memory care/assisted living.

You will pass meds under RN supervision, record in the EMR, monitor residents, and coordinate with nursing staff, families, and healthcare providers. CPR/First Aid and a Food Handler’s Card are required or obtainable, with a warm, professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in memory care or assisted living.
• Ability to obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• Genuine desire to improve quality of life for seniors; warm, patient, cheerful environment.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident's record.
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift report; record information to implement accurate changes to orders.
• Follow care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs.
• Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for residents' needs.
• Observing residents for health changes and reporting to medical professionals.
• Document changes in residents' status in EMR.
• Complete incident reports per policy.
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education.
• Report changes in resident conditions promptly.
• Follow directions and perform duties professionally.
• Ensure resident safety under supervision.

Skills

Caregiver experience (Memory Care)

Medication Tech experience

Memory Care / Assisted Living

CPR/First Aid certification (obtain)

Food Handler Card (obtain)

EMR documentation

People skills (friendly, professional)

Job description

Medication Tech

Type: Full time - Evening Shift 2pm-10pm Only

Schedule: Various schedules to include weekends. Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs

Pay Range: $16 - $19 / hour

Location: Avamere at Rio Rancho - 1000 Riverview Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident's record.
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned.
• Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents' needs
• Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents' status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record.
• Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education programs as assigned.
• Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision.
• Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Benefits:

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind-so you can focus on making a difference every day.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.