Medication Technician

Clearwater Living; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

401(k) contributions

Paid vacation and sick leave

Growth opportunities

Dynamic and fast paced environment

People-first culture

Job summary

Clearwater Living is seeking a full-time Medication Technician at the Clearwater at The Heights community in Houston to document, deliver and administer medicines to residents with exceptional service and in compliance with policies and regulations.

The role requires assisting residents with daily medications and working within a care team to ensure safety, dignity and confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of caregiver or medication technician experience.
• CNA certification preferred.
• Active First Aid/CPR/BLS certification required.
• Background checks as required by government regulations.
• Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and within policy and regulations.
• Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
• Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and document the reason(s) why.
• Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care.
• Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verify dosages with physician prior to dispensing.
• Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills - prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance.
• Participate in narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift and report discrepancies to supervisors.
• Assist caregivers in performance of their job duties when needed and support resident safety and dignity.
• Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to residents.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Medication administration

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification (preferred)

First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification

Background clearance as required

TB health requirements

Job description

Are you passionate about serving seniors? Do you want to be part of team that strives to create experiences that celebrate our seniors?

Clearwater at The Heights is a premier luxury senior living community in Houston and is looking for a full-time Medication Technician to join the team!

Clearwater Living Associates Enjoy Great Benefits

• Excellent benefits
• 401(k) contributions
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Exciting opportunities to grow
• Dynamic and fast paced environment
• Culture of people first and service always

The Medication Technician is responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, government regulators and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and
• with the scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations
• Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed
• Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and
• documenting the reason(s) why
• Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care
• in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements
• Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying
• dosages with physician prior to dispensing
• Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills - prepare medications for distribution
• up to 24 hours in advance
• Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any
• and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately
• Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and
• responsibilities when needed.
• Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident's self-respect,
• personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality
• Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents
• Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including
• shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to
• bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinence products, etc.)
• Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, and clearing trays
• Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following
• all safety/lifting and transferring techniques - escorting them to/from meals, activities, or
• other transportation needs as requested or assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• A minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred
• Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification required
• Background clearances as required by government regulations
• Must meet health requirements, including TB

Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.