Medication Technician

The Grove Senior Living - Medford, OR; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

401k with match

Wellness discounts

Early access pay

Training & mentorship

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Grove Senior Living - Medford, OR is seeking a dedicated Medication Technician to ensure safe medication delivery and support elder residents’ wellness plans. You will lead shift teammates, coordinate care with the RCC and Administrator, and participate in interviewing and onboarding of staff.

Responsibilities include passing medications, guiding care partners, and maintaining compliance with Compass Senior Living policies. Strong English communication and health requirements are essential.

Qualifications

• Compassion, kindness and collaboration with elders and families.
• Ability to work with a high-functioning, empowered team.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn online programs.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and goal-directed.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Clear verbal communication and fluency in English with residents and coworkers.
• Meet health requirements as specified by state/federal regulations.
• Able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Passing a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications and assist with self-administration as required by state law.
• Guide and support Med Techs on your shift.
• Lead Care Partners on shift with kindness, accountability and collaboration.
• Interview new Care Partners and Med Techs as needed.
• Provide orientation of new Care Partners and Med Techs.
• Provide training and re-training as required by regulations or needs.
• Coach team members in collaboration with the Administrator.
• Coordinate scheduling with RCC and Administrator.
• Supervise storage, distribution and discontinuation of residents’ medications.
• Maintain compliance with Compass Senior Living policies and procedures.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Organization

Independent

Customer service

Communication

Health requirements

Criminal background check

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

MEDICATION TECHNICIAN - join us on our mission to create a senior living revolution where compassion meets innovation!

Who We Are

We are a company built upon a common belief that senior living communities can and should be places of vibrancy and life. We honor, recognize, and empower the extraordinary team members on this journey with us knowing we are making the world of elderhood better together. Our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, unique capabilities, and talent are significant to our culture, resident experience, and achievements!

What You’ll Do

The Medication Technician/Medication Passer is a leader and a role model for the shift and is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure delivery of medications. The Medication Technician/Medication Passer is key in developing, coordinating, and performing the tasks on the Growth and Wellness plan according to the elder’s preferences and abilities. Leadership responsibilities include ensuring Care partners complete their assignments and supporting and guiding them.

As a Medication Tech/Med Passer, you can expect a range of responsibilities and tasks. Here are some general expectations:

• You will pass medication and assist with self-administration of medication as required by state law.
• You will guide and support the Med Techs on your shift.
• You will lead the Care Partners on your shift as a role model of kindness, accountability, and collaboration.
• You will participate in interviewing new Care Partners and Med Techs as needed.
• You will provide the orientation of new Care Partners and Med Techs.
• You will provide training and re-training of Care Partners and Med Techs as required by state regulations or as needed to maintain skills.
• You will coach team members to be the best they can be in collaboration with the Administrator.
• You will work in collaboration with the RCC and Administrator for scheduling.
• You will supervise the storage, distribution, and discontinuation of residents’ medication.
• You will maintain continued compliance with the policies and procedures of Compass Senior Living, including those as outlined in the Quality Counts Policy and Procedure Manual.

What You’ll Bring

• You will bring the desire and talent to work with a high-functioning, empowered team.
• You will bring compassion, kindness, and collaboration skills to work with elders and their families.
• You will bring computer literacy and proficiency in learning specified online programs.
• You will bring your organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a team environment.
• You will bring your ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and be goal-directed.
• You will bring your ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• You will be able to deal with difficult, sensitive, and confidential issues.
• You will bring good verbal communication and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English.
• You will meet all health requirements as specified by state and/or federal regulations.
• You will be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You will pass a criminal background check.

What We Offer

• Benefits for all team members, regardless of employment status:
  • Accrue vacation and sick time starting your first day!
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year.
  • Financial wellness education program.
  • Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts.
  • Early access pay options
  • Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Additional benefits for full-time team members:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefit options
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your emotional wellness.
  • Education reimbursement program.

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Division

The Grove Senior Living - Medford, OR

Location

The Grove Senior Living

About the Organization

We believe trusting relationships are a basic human need and the strongest foundation for caring for one another.
Our decisions are guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. This is our True North.
We create communities where elders, families, and employees are growing, teaching, and formulating new memories. Together we are discovering, experimenting, and contributing. We trust one another to do the right thing in the spirit of honor and love.

This position is currently accepting applications.