Medication Technician

Meridian Senior Living; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

1800MD Telemedicine for employees and

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living in Washington, DC seeks a Part Time Med Tech to assist in administering medications to residents according to regulatory guidelines. You will maintain care records, report changes, and interact with residents and families while prioritizing safety and satisfaction.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, valid Medication Aide/Technician certification, and at least one year of experience with medications and the elderly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Medication Aide/Technician Certification.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Minimum of one year experience with medications and the elderly.
• Possess required licenses/certificates as per state regulations and maintain CE.
• Food Handlers Permit as required by state regulations.
• Compassion for the elderly; able to work as part of a team.
• Strong communication with residents, families, staff and vendors; respect privacy.
• Must pass health requirements and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications following regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain care records and report changes in residents' conditions.
• Interact professionally with residents, families and staff; ensure safety and satisfaction.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion for elderly

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Aide/Technician Certification

Food Handlers Permit (state regulations)

State-licensed requirements/continuing education

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: The Meridian at Chevy Chase - Washington, DC, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $23.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, 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 than making a difference in someone’s 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:

• 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 certificates 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 effective 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