Certified Medication Technician Memory Care

Frontier Senior Living; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Flexible Spending Account

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Job summary

Frontier Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician to safely administer medications and treatments to residents at Callaway Gardens in Kennewick, WA. You will document accurately in medication records and resident charts, and support the care team in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a responsible demeanor, caring nature, and the ability to contribute to a positive team. Training is provided, with responsibilities including following protocols, vital signs, and assisting in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English required.
• Willingness to attend monthly in-services.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments per schedule and protocol.
• Documentations maintained in medication records and resident charts.
• Notify care staff of changes in residents' condition.
• Maintain med room and med cart cleanliness and restocking.
• Assist with equipment handling and resident transfers as directed.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds and providing general resident care as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Callaway Gardens - Kennewick, WA 99336Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.50 HourlyJob Category: Health Services

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.

The Medication Technician is responsible for all duties related to safely administering medications and treatments to the residents. This position requires legible, accurate documentation on the medication record and in the resident chart. The Medication Technician position requires a responsible demeanor, caring nature and ability to contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

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

QualificationsOther 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!