Medication Tech - Rio Rancho

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

EAP Canopy

HSA/FSA Options

Voluntary Insurance

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC in Rio Rancho, NM seeks a Medication Tech for the evening shift to administer medications and provide direct resident care. The role includes documenting care, coordinating with nurses, and supporting residents’ daily needs.

Ideal candidates have memory care experience, CPR/First Aid, and comfort with electronic medical records. This full-time position emphasizes compassionate, patient, and professional interaction with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Experience as a caregiver and medication tech in memory care or assisted living.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
• Must obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
• Experience with electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive and professional demeanor with residents.
• Genuine desire to improve quality of life for seniors.
• Create and uphold a warm, patient, enthusiastic and calm environment.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders under RN supervision.
• Administer medications accurately and timely.
• Record medications in the resident’s EMR.
• Notify pharmacy or family when refills are needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and room.
• Monitor for side effects and report to the Director of Health Services.
• Complete shift reports with sufficient information for med order changes.
• Follow care plans related to medication administration.
• Assist with medical appointments and advocate for residents’ needs.
• Observe residents for health changes and monitor vital signs.
• Document status changes in the EMR.
• Complete accident and incident reports promptly.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education programs.
• Report changes to the Director of Health Services promptly.
• Follow written and oral directions and work professionally.

Skills

Caregiver Experience

Medication Tech

Memory Care

Electronic Records

CPR/First Aid

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Medication Tech

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

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

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.

• 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.

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.

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