Medication Tech - Senior Living / Portland, OR

Avamere; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA) & FSA

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Avamere is seeking a Medication Tech for the Park Place location in Portland, OR. The role administers medications and provides direct care to residents in a memory care/assisted living setting.

The position includes FT evening shifts (2pm–10pm) with a rotating 4 days on/2 days off, plus PRN shifts. Wage ranges from $22.47–$27.97 per hour, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit or Assisted Living Facility.
• Must have ability to obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Must have ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
• Experience with electronic medical records documentation.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Administer medications accurately and timely.
• Record medications in the resident’s chart/EMR.
• Notify the pharmacy or family when refills are needed.
• Maintain a clean and secure medication cart and room.
• Monitor and report medication side effects to supervisor.
• Document status changes in EMR and shift reports.
• Follow care plans and assist with appointments as assigned.
• Advocate for residents’ needs and monitor health changes.
• Collaborate with nursing, families, and providers to ensure safety.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Medication Administration

Memory Care

Resident Communication

Tools

EMR Documentation

Job description

Type: FT & On-Call / PRN available! Shift/Schedule:

• FT: Evening shift (2pm-10pm), 4 days on/2 days off rotating schedule
• PRN: All shifts available! Weekend availability needed.

Wage:$22.47-$27.97/hr DOE
Location: Avamere at Park Place - 8445 SW Hemlock St., Portland, OR 97223

Job Summary

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

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 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.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify