Medication Technician Memory Care

Frontier Senior Living; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D

Flexible Spending Account

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) plan with a competitive Match

Job summary

Frontier Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician to safely administer medications and treatments to residents at Grand Montecito in Las Vegas. The role requires accurate documentation in medication records and resident charts, and a cooperative team attitude.

Responsibilities include following administration protocols, monitoring resident condition changes, maintaining med room organization, and assisting with basic care tasks.

Qualifications

• 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. We are willing to train.

Responsibilities

• Administers the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol
• Maitains 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
• Maitains 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

Skills

Proficiency in English

Education

High school graduate preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Grand Montecito - Las Vegas, NV 89149, Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Category: Health Services

Shifts and Schedules

• NOC/Overnight shift (approx. 10PM-6AM)
• Swing/Evening shift (approx. 2PM-10PM)

About Frontier Senior Living

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.

Position Overview

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.

Frontier Senior Living offers a competitive salary and a work environment that encourages initiative and fosters respect.

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

Benefits and Perks

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/AD&D
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Drug-Free Workplace

Qualifications and 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!