Medication Technician

Senior Living Residences; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI Initiatives

Referral bonus program

Retail discounts

HRA & FSA

Tuition rewards

Meal discounts

Professional development

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Senior Living Residences is seeking a Medication Technician (CMA) in East Greenwich, RI. The role focuses on medication assistance, direct personal care, and documenting care in our electronic health record system.

You will contribute to a warm, inclusive environment and work across departments to support residents daily living activities. Certification as CMA/MNA is required, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Certification: CMA or MNA required.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and transfer residents.
• Strong communication with residents and co-workers.
• Punctuality and reliability expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication assistance, documentation, and management.
• Spend quality time with seniors and provide direct personal care.
• Escort residents to meals and assist with dining services as needed.
• Support across departments to foster cooperation and respect.

Skills

Communication

Punctuality

Empathy

Education

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Job description

Location

East Greenwich, Rhode Island

Position

Medication Technician (CMA)

Description

Anchor Bay East Greenwich's caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Senior Living Residences - East Greenwich is located at 945 Main St, East Greenwich, RI, 02818.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

Full Time, Part Time: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Part Time: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Pay & Benefits

Rates starting at $23-$24 per hour, based on prior work experience

Benefits

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Reduced meal cost during scheduled shifts.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

What Our Medication Technicians Do

• Medication assistance, documentation, and management
• Spend quality time with seniors and provide direct personal care
• Join or lead fun activities of your choice with the residents
• Track care and other tasks with our easy-to-use electronic health record system
• Escort residents to meals and assist with dining services, as needed
• Work each day across all of our departments to create an atmosphere of cooperation, collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect.

Requirements

• Certification: Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA)
• Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents (with and without assistance)
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.