Medication Technician

Senior Living Residences; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition rewards program

Retail discounts

Professional development

Commuter benefits

Job summary

An assisted living community in East Greenwich, RI, is seeking a compassionate Medication Technician to provide direct care and medication management. The role includes engaging with residents in activities and maintaining their well-being. Candidates should be certified as a Medication Aide and demonstrate effective communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a generous bonus program.

Qualifications

• Certification as CMA or MNA is mandatory.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers.
• Physical requirements include standing, sitting, and bending.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication assistance and documentation.
• Spend quality time with seniors and provide personal care.
• Track care tasks with an electronic health record system.

Skills

Medication assistance and management

Effective communication

Reliability and punctuality

Education

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA)

Job description

East Greenwich, Rhode Island

Anchor Bay East Greenwich, an assisted living and memory support community in Concord, is acclaimed for its forward-thinking, pace-setting innovations in the world of senior care that includes a renowned Compass Memory Support Neighborhood, as well as the award-winning Brain Healthy Cooking Program and the stigma-shattering Dementia Friendly Communities Initiative that is quickly spreading across our area.

Medication Technician (CMA)

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: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Full Time: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Pay & Benefits

Rates starting at $22 per hour, based on prior work experience

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• 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.