Medication Technician (Medication Assistant)

Collegeharbor; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Job summary

A senior living facility in Largo, FL is seeking Medication Assistants to join their caring team. The role involves administering medications, monitoring residents' well-being, and providing assistance with daily activities. Ideal candidates will possess compassion, reliability, and attention to detail. Experience in assisted living is preferred. Employee benefits include medical coverage, life insurance, PTO, and a retirement savings plan. Part-time and PRN positions are available.

Qualifications

• Valid Medication Assistant authorization according to state guidelines.
• Experience in assisted living or caregiving is preferred.
• Mature, pleasant personality and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer medications and monitor resident well-being.
• Maintain medical records and document vital signs.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Authorization by state governing authority

Experience in medication assistance preferred

Job description

Addington Place College Harbor

Largo, FL

Come join our caring team! We’re seeking Medication Assistants to support residents by safely administering medications, monitoring wellbeing, and assisting with daily needs. Compassion, reliability and attention to detail are key. Experience in assisted living or caregiving preferred.

• Part-time
• PRN

Apply today to make a difference every day!

Addington Place at CollegeHarbor, an AgeWell Solvere Living managed community is a senior living campus (AL, IL, SNF) in beautiful SaintPetersburg, Florida.

As a certified GreatPlace to Work for 8 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Purpose:

The Medication Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They report to the Wellness Director or their designee. Multiple Shifts available.

Qualifications -

Education and Experience:

• Each team member who assists or administers medication shall be authorized by the applicable state governing authority.
• Meet requirements of the state assisted living medication assistant guidelines.
• Preferably experience in medication assistance with older adults.
• Experienced and interested in working with older adults.
• Demonstrates organizational skills.
• Mature, pleasant, friendly, and cheerful personality.

Responsibilities -

Essential Functions:

• Administer and/or assist with self‑administration of prescribed medication to residents and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the RN and/or LPN.
• Verify identity of resident receiving medication and record name of drug, dosage, route, and time of administration on specified forms of records.
• Presents medication to residents and observes ingestion or other application, assists or administers medication, using specified procedures.
• Take vital signs or observe residents to detect response to specified types of medication and prepare a report or notify designed personnel of unexpected reactions.
• Document reasons prescribed drugs are not ingested by resident.
• Adhere to community medication policies.
• Administer or assist with medication administration via the following routes: oral, topical, eye, ear and nose, rectal, transdermal, sublingual and buccal per state and certification guidelines.
• May receive supply of ordered medications from the pharmacy.
• May record and restock medication inventory.
• Complete required annual medication training.
• Provide personal care to the resident in a compassionate and understanding manner.
• Under the direction of the RN or Wellness Manager, the medication assistant may perform the following duties:
• Provide bed bath, shower or tub bath as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate care of skin, hair, nails, mouth and feet.
• Provide good body alignment, positioning, and range of motion exercises for non-ambulatory patients.
• Assist resident in and out of bed and with ambulation.
• Assist resident with use of bedpan, urinal, commode and bathroom.
• Assist with feeding and dressing residents.
• Monitor and record temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure, as directed by the Wellness Manager. Significant changes in the resident’s condition will be reported to the Wellness Manager immediately.
• Change simple dressings and ostomy bags.
• Assist with catheter cares.
• Remind and assist resident in taking pre‑measured medications.
• Maintain an accurate and complete record of care provided and document observations appropriately.
• Perform various housekeeping duties related to resident care.
• Responsible for maintenance of electronic medical records, written documentation, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
• Provides outstanding service to all Residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of Residents.
• Facilitates socialization among Residents by leading activities.
• Invites and/or reminds Residents to participate in planned activities.
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Wellness Director or designee to ensure smooth operation of the program and to meet resident needs.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.