Medication Technician

Senior Living Residences; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI Initiatives

Generous referral bonus

Retail discounts

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Tuition rewards program

Reduced meal cost

Professional development

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Senior Living Residences’ Anchor Bay Pocasset in Johnston, RI is seeking a Medication Technician (CMA) to provide direct care to our senior residents. The role includes medication assistance, documentation, and compassionate personal care in a safe, home-like setting.

Full-time shifts are available (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM) with an hourly rate starting at $22. This position offers competitive benefits, supportive DEI initiatives, and opportunities for professional development within a renowned senior

Qualifications

• Certification: CMA or MNA required.
• Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents.
• Communication: 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

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

Job description

Johnston, Rhode Island Anchor Bay Pocasset's caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. Our team appreciates 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! Anchor Bay Pocasset is located at 12 Old Pocasset Lane, Johnston, RI, 02919.

Johnston, Rhode Island Anchor Bay Pocasset's caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. Our team appreciates 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! Anchor Bay Pocasset is located at 12 Old Pocasset Lane, Johnston, RI, 02919.

Medication Technician (CMA)

Johnston, Rhode Island

Anchor Bay Pocasset's caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. Our team appreciates 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! Anchor Bay Pocasset is located at 12 Old Pocasset Lane, Johnston, RI, 02919.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

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

Pay & Benefits

Hourly rate starting at $22

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 Resident Care Associates 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.