Medication Technician - Full Time

Vitality Living; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitality Living is seeking a Medication Technician to provide direct resident care and assist with medications in accordance with physician orders. You will observe residents, document changes, and maintain the Med Room and logs while adhering to infection control policies.

Requirements include a state-approved Medication Technician certification, CPR/First Aid, a high school diploma or GED, and at least 6 months of similar role experience. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Medication Technician certification from a state-approved program.
• Current CPR/First Aid certifications.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar role.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Administers or assists with medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Observes residents for responses, interactions, and side effects.
• Maintains accurate daily resident records and medication logs.
• Keeps medication supply room clean and organized.
• Completes medication cart audits as required.
• Provides direct resident care and participates in care planning.

Skills

English communication

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medication Technician certification

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:To provide residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. Provides direct care to residents following the individualized service plan.RESPONSIBILITIES:Assists in maintaining the physical, social, and psychological environment that supports the best interest and welfare of the residents.Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of personnel tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters. Maintains a clean, safe, environment in the community.As per state regulations and completion of required training/certification, administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider. Observes resident’s response to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects, and observes residents for occurrence of such and notifies supervisor.Adheres to community infection control policies and procedures.Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedure. This includes documentation related to medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents and observations, charting any changes in resident's physical condition and or behaviors, visitors, etc.Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor.Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.Receives reports on all residents.Completes an accurate accounting of all medications, including controlled substances as per policy.Assists with completion of medication cart audits per policy and direction of leadership.Provides direct resident care.Performs other duties as assigned.SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GEDCurrent Medication Technician certification from a state-approved programCurrent CPR/First Aid certificationsAt least 6 months experience in a similar roleDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Physical Demands include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, grasping, manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, vision acuity, talking, and hearing. The weight determined to be appropriate for a Certified Medication Technician to lift with or without reasonable accommodations is up to 50 lbs.EXPOSURE RISK CLASSIFICATION:May perform unplanned tasks involving exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue which may contain AIDS, HIV, and Hepatitis A, B, and C viruses. Must be willing to work in an environment with potential infectious disease. Proper training and PPE will be required.