Medication Technician Assisted Living and Memory Care

Frontier Senior Living; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D

FSA

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Frontier Senior Living's The Greens community in St. Augustine, FL is seeking a Medication Technician to assist in both Assisted Living and Memory Care units.

The role administers medications, monitors resident conditions, and collaborates with the care team to maintain safety and comfort for every resident. The position offers competitive hourly pay, day and night shifts, and opportunities to grow within a dedicated senior living team.

Qualifications

• High school graduate preferred.
• Proficiency in English required.
• Attends in-services monthly for the position.
• Willingness to train and work with the elderly population.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments per schedule and protocol.
• Maintains confidentiality of residents and staff.
• Notifies care coordinators of changes in resident condition.
• Assists with monthly medication records as needed.
• Maintains clean, organized med room and cart.
• Capable of handling basic equipment and assisting with transfers as directed.
• Accurate vital signs and weights as needed.
• Fill in for receptionist or caregiver when required.
• Assist with resident care needs and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Remain current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Senior Living at The Greens - St Augustine, FL 32092, Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Category: Health Services, Frontier Senior Living is seeking an outstanding Medication Technician for the Senior Living at The Greens community located in St. Augustine, FL.

We are looking for Medication Technicians to work in both our Assisted Living and Memory Care units.

We currently have the following Shifts and Schedules available for this position:

• 2 openings for Day Shift - 7AM to 7PM
• 1 opening for NOC/Night shift - 7PM to 7AM

Frontier Senior Living's portfolio of communities spans throughout the United States with each community sharing a commitment to superior service and quality lifestyle for our residents within their own unique setting. Frontier's mission is to provide an enriched and meaningful experience for our residents, team members, and community partners. If you are as committed and passionate about serving the needs of our senior residents as we are, we encourage you to apply and experience the Frontier Difference.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information
• Notifies Resident Care Coordinator /Executive Director/RN of resident changes of condition
• Assists with monthly medication records as needed
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cart
• Has knowledge of, and can demonstrate proper technique, or can learn how to assist with: a gait belt, sit to stand lift, transfer board, oxygen equipment, C-Pap, Nebulizer, catheter, specimen, transfer pole, trapeze, wheelchair, scale, and other equipment as directed by the Resident Care Coordinator /RN
• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights
• Fill-in for the receptionist as directed by Executive Director/Resident Care Coordinator
• Fill in for a caregiver when needed
• Capable of assisting in care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 pounds
• Work as manager on duty as directed by Executive Director/ Resident Care Coordinator
• Keep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff

Frontier Senior Living offers a competitive salary and a work environment that encourages initiative and fosters respect. Frontier Senior Living offers medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a competitive Match program. To discover more about the Frontier Management team, please visit our site at www.frontiermgmt.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Drug-Free Workplace

Qualifications: Other Requirements:

• High school graduate preferred
• Proficiency in English required
• Attends in-services monthly required for position
• Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. We are willing to train!