Medication Technician FullTime

Oceanside Senior Living; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Paid vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oceanside Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician to join our care team. The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, ensuring timely medication administration, and supporting dining and personal care.

You will work in a compassionate, patient-centered environment, with responsibilities including monitoring vital signs, reporting changes to the supervisor, and maintaining safety. CPR certification is required or obtainable, and a high school diploma is expected.

Qualifications

• Medication Tech certification preferred; CPR certification required or obtainable.
• Must speak, read, and understand English.
• Committed to health and safety.
• Able to perform housework and cooking.
• Well-organized with excellent communication and people skills.
• A positive and compassionate attitude and physical stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living and meals.
• Ensure residents receive their medication on time.
• Record and report changes in residents' condition to the supervisor.
• Follow safety procedures and respond to urgent requests.
• Monitor vital signs and report health changes.
• Assist in meal preparation and dining activities.

Skills

Communication skills

People skills

Reliability

Physical stamina

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for Medication Technicians (Med Techs) to join our Care team!

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance (or reminders) with activities of daily living, including grooming, oral hygiene, bath/shower, hair cleaning and brushing, and transferring to and from activities and meals, as needed
• Ensure clients receive their medication on time
• Lift and/or transfer residents as needed.
• Assist in meal preparation/presentation, serving to resident, and other dining related responsibilities, record and report changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
• Record and report changes in resident's condition to the supervisor including but not limited to changes in resident's ability to perform activities of daily living, skin changes, bruising, etc.
• Daily follow up on bath schedules and vital signs (blood pressure, weight, and respiration, etc.)
• Immediately report all incidents or accident involving residents to the Resident
• Follow proper procedures in emergency situations and respond promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.

Requirements:

• Medication Technician certification preferred
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid CPR certification
• Speak, read, and understand the English language
• Committed to health & safety
• Able to do housework and cooking
• Well-organized and reliable
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A positive and compassionate attitude
• Physical stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent

Why join us?

We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

EEOC Statement:

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.