Medication Technician

Meridian Senior Living; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Telemedicine for employees

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living is seeking a Part-time Med Tech to support our residents during evening shifts (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM). You will administer medications following regulatory guidelines, document care activities, and monitor residents for changes in condition while ensuring safety and quality of life.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, current Medication Aide/Technician Certification, and at least one year of experience with medications and the elderly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must complete training as required and in accordance with state regulations.
• Minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly.
• Must possess licenses/certifications if required by State licensing authority.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications to residents following regulatory guidelines.
• Keep proper care records and report changes in residents' conditions.
• Interact with internal and external customers professionally while prioritizing resident safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medication Aide Certification

Job description

MED TECH - PARTTIME, 8 HOURS ONE WEEK, 12 HOURS THE FOLLOWING WEEK 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Meridian Senior Living believes that Everyone Deserves a Great Life.

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee, you ask?

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 then making a difference in someones 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!)
• 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 residents 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