Medication Technician

Clearwater Living; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Technician for their premier luxury senior living community in Phoenix. The role includes administering medications, providing superior customer service, and assisting residents with daily living activities. Join a team that values people first and offers great benefits, including a 401(k), paid vacation, and opportunities for growth.

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

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.
• Background clearances as required by government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily medications and treatments.
• Maintain clear and accurate medication records.
• Respond to resident needs kindly while ensuring personal dignity.

Skills

Customer Service

Medication Administration

Compassion

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification

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 Mayo Blvd is a premier luxury senior living community in Phoenix and is looking for a 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.

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