Medication Technician

The Meridian at Punta Gorda; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Telemedicine services available at no cost

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Meridian at Punta Gorda is seeking a dedicated Med Tech to assist in administering medications to residents. You will be responsible for maintaining care records and ensuring resident safety, all while working with a compassionate team.

The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma, valid certification, and ideally have experience working with the elderly. Join a culture that emphasizes respect and care for our residents.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly population.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administering of medications to residents following company guidelines.
• Keep proper care records and report any changes in residents’ conditions.
• Ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.

Skills

Experience with medications

Compassion for the elderly

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Direct Care - Assisted Living

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

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying than making a difference in someone’s life.

Benefits

• 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!)

Other Employee Perks

• 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.

Med Tech Position Details

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

• 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