Medication Technician FT EVE

Encore Parkside; West Meadow (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore at Parkside in Newark, Delaware, is seeking a Medication Technician for 3pm–11pm to support our dedicated care team in an assisted living community.

You will administer prescribed medications, document observations, assist residents with daily living activities, and communicate with families and the interdisciplinary team. A compassionate heart for elder care is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• LLAM certification.
• Experience in senior care is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid and BLS certifications (or willing to obtain upon hire).
• Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a heart for elder care.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications to residents in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Accurately document medication administration and resident observations.
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing, hygiene, and mobility.
• Monitor residents for changes in health and report concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and care team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of resident areas.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Resident care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LLAM certification

CPR/First Aid

BLS certifications

Job description

Encore at Parkside is currently hiring a medication technician 3pm-11pm to join our dedicated care team in our assisted living community located in Newark, Delaware. $18-28 hr.

This role is vital to ensuring our residents receive quality care with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administers prescribed medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and facility policy
• Accurately document medication administration and resident observations
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing, hygiene, and mobility
• Monitor residents for changes in physical or mental health and promptly report concerns
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of resident areas

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an LLAM certification
• Experience in senior care or long-term care - a plus!
• Current CPR/First Aid and BLS certifications (or willing to obtain upon hire)
• Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a heart for elder care
• Must be able to work weekends

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.