Medication Technician

Homewood Foundation; Everett (Bedford County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance options

Retirement contributions

Professional licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a dedicated Medication Technician to assist residents with daily activities while promoting independence. Responsibilities include administering medications, ensuring proper hygiene care, and actively participating in resident care planning.

The ideal candidate is certified, physically capable of lifting residents, and possesses strong organizational and communication skills. Enjoy excellent benefits such as paid time off, health insurance options, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Certified on state registry as a Medication Technician within 120 days of employment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly for 8-hour shifts.
• Desire to work with geriatric residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and support nutrition.
• Administer medications as ordered and record changes in condition.
• Participate in planning resident care and promote independence.

Skills

Medication administration

Personal hygiene care

Lifting and transferring residents

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Certified Medication Technician

CPR certification

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Job description

Job Summary:

Assist residents with activities of daily living while encouraging independence, under the supervision of licensed staff. Administer and record medications as ordered by the physician, in accordance with certification regulations.

Essential Functions:

1. Treat all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information.
2. Comply with established policies and procedures and maintain established standards and practices.
3. Assist with or provide personal hygiene care, including bathing, shaving, changing clothing, nail care, and toilet needs.
4. Ensure residents have clean, dry linen and make beds as needed.
5. Support proper resident nutrition during meal and snack times.
6. Perform resident treatments as assigned by the Head Nurse and within the nursing scope of practice.
7. Accurately observe, record, and report changes in resident condition or needs to the Head Nurse.
8. Actively participate in the planning of resident care.
9. Promote activities of daily living according to the resident’s service plan.
10. Conduct resident lifts and transfers according to the resident’s service plan and the Lift Free Program.
11. Prepare and administer oral, topical, and inhalant medications, recording administration in the resident’s medical record, and monitoring and reporting changes in condition related to medication administration.
12. Perform other functions as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. Must be certified on state registry as a Medication Technician within 120 days of employment.
2. Ability to frequently lift and transfer up to 30 pounds of resident weight (approximately 15 times) throughout the shift.
3. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
4. Strong organizational skills and ability to perform sequential tasks.
5. Motivation and desire to work with geriatric residents.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to carry out care plans and provide appropriate resident care.
7. CPR certification and basic First Aid preferred.
8. Licensed Nursing Assistant in the state where care is provided a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work on their feet constantly during an 8-hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the shift while performing regular duties. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of resident weight and/or transfer and reposition residents at least 25 times throughout the shift. Must be capable of quick and decisive reactions in emergencies and in response to unexpected resident behavior during lifting, repositioning, or other direct contact situations. Must be able to physically transfer residents to safer locations in the event of a fire or other emergencies. Ability to perform sequential events/tasks efficiently.

Our Mission Statement

Honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.

What’s in it for you?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:

• Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Retirement contributions
• Professional licensure reimbursement

Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits for all the details.