Medication Technician Assisted Living

The-Sentinel-of-Rockland; Village of Montebello (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sentinel of Rockland in Montebello, NY is seeking dedicated Medication Assistants to join a brand new assisted living community. Full-time and part-time positions available to administer prescribed medications to residents in accordance with state regulations.

Experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate for a rewarding career in this field. You will report to the Wellness Director/Medication Supervisor and support safety and quality of care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Dispense all prescribed medication as ordered by the physician.
• Maintain an accurate Medication Administration Record.
• Maintain and count an accurate Controlled Substance Record.
• Inform Administration of any change in a resident’s condition.
• Follow up with pharmacy to ensure in proper and expedited delivery of all medication.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Report concerns about residents to Administration.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor.

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Medication Assistant

Brand New Assisted Living Community located in Montebello, NY seeking full time and part time medication technicians to join our friendly and warm team to administer medication to residents in accordance with State regulations. Experience preferred however we are willing to train the right candidate for a rewarding career in this field.

SUMMARY

Assist with the self-administration of prescribed medications to residents in accordance with state regulations.

REPORT TO

Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dispense all prescribed medication as ordered by the physician.
• Maintain an accurate Medication Administration Record.
• Maintain and count an accurate Controlled Substance Record.
• Inform Administration of any change in a resident’s condition.
• Follow up with pharmacy to ensure in proper and expedited delivery of all medication.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Report concerns about residents to Administration.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by Wellness Director\Medication Supervisor.