Medication Technician

LiveWell Centers; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate Medication Technician is needed at a leading personal care home in Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves administering medications, providing personal care, and ensuring clients' safety and dignity. Full-time and part-time shifts available with sign-on bonuses.

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Awards Program

Supportive and fun management team

Qualifications

• Minimum one year working with the elderly is highly desirable.
• Ability to frequently lift 25-50 lbs, occasionally up to 100+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide personal care as per client's plan.
• Assist with mobility and ADL activities.
• Observe and report changes in clients' status.

Skills

Cooperation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Med-tech Certification

Job description

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The Residence at Arrowood, Personal Care Home located in Pittsburgh, PA is searching for a compassionate Medication Technician to join our team!

A Med-Tech is an employee certified to administer medications who provides individualized care and services to the residents. In this position, you develop an understanding of each client's needs, preferences, and interests while maintaining their independence, dignity, and self-esteem.

Full-Time Openings on 7am - 3pm and 3pm - 11pm Shifts ($2,500.00 sign on bonus)

Part-Time Openings on 7am - 3pm and 3pm - 11pm Shifts ($1,250.00 sign on bonus)

Location: 512 N Lewis Run Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15122

Why work at The Residence at Arrowood (PC)?

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Awards Program
• Supportive and fun management team

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Medication administration
• Provides personal care and services per each client's individualized Plan of Care to assist in improvement and/or maintenance of the clients' physical and mental status.
• Assists with all ADL activities.
• Assists with mobility and instructs clients as to the proper use of mobility aids.
• Fully participates in the service planning process, reviewing daily notes.
• Responsible for observing any changes in clients' status and reports them immediately to the supervisor.
• Adheres to facility safety standards and infection control manual and reports all potential resident/employee safety hazards to the Inn Administrator.
• Launders clients' personal laundry when needed and ensures the safety of the clients' personal possessions.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Med-tech Certification, required
• A minimum of one year working with the elderly is highly desirable
• Demonstrates ability to work with others through cooperation
• Position requires frequently lifting 25-50 lbs. Occasionally will need to lift, and/or pull up to 75-100+ lbs., and carry up to 20 lbs.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.