Medication Technician

Five Star Senior Living; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Certified Caregiver - Medication Aide, where you will play a crucial role in supporting residents with their daily needs. This position involves administering medications, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. You will work in a collaborative environment, coordinating with healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course.
• Demonstrated competency in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medications to residents.
• Monitor residents and document changes in their condition.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Ability to take vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity

The Certified Caregiver - Medication Aide position provides support for our community’s residents with essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with. Certified Caregivers are responsible for administering daily medications. Duties include monitoring residents, reporting changes, and collecting samples. The ideal Certified Caregiver will be detail-oriented, possess knowledge of resident care procedures, and have excellent communication skills.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to residents
• Record medication dosages and times
• Observe residents and document changes in their condition
• Gather samples for analysis
• Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned
• Uphold all health and safety standards
• Follow federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with resident care and medications
• Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications
• Respond to resident emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify residents' needs
• Protect confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare
• Seek guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently
• Responsibilities include customer service, administering medication, caregiving, resident safety, and communication

What You’ll Bring

Position Requirements / Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course and approval to assist with or administer oral and external medications, per state regulations
• Demonstrated competency to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulations
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain states
• Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higher

• Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects from start to finish
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
• Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with residents
• Must pass state and company background checks and drug tests
• Ability to take vital signs
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Medication supervision within the scope of state regulations
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English