Medication Technician

Meridian Senior Living; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living is looking for a Med Tech to assist in administering medications to residents in Punta Gorda, Florida. The role requires a valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification and experience working with the elderly population.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and be capable of communicating effectively. Meridian offers a solid benefits package, including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly population.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications to residents.
• Keep proper care records and report changes in resident conditions.
• Ensure resident safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Compassion for the elderly

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification

Job description

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

What do we offer to these great employees?

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Details about the Med Tech position we are hiring for

As a Med Tech, the primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents following company regulatory guidelines. Other tasks include keeping proper care records, reporting any changes in resident’s conditions, and interacting with internal and external customers in a professional manner while ensuring resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.

Qualifications

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Successfully complete training as required and in accordance with state regulations
• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly population
• Must possess all required licenses and/or certifications if required by State licensing authority and maintain continuing education requirements
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the public
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer