Medication Technician- NOC Shift (11pm-730am)

Vi Living; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Exceptional benefits

Paid time off

401k match

Maternity benefits

Paternity benefits

Training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Luxury environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

Vi Living is seeking a Medical Technician at Vi at La Jolla Village in San Diego, CA. The role supports clinical and technical care for residents, performing medication administration, direct patient care, and coordination with the care team.

It is a safety-sensitive position with a focus on accurate documentation and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (GED acceptable), CNA certification, and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications; 6 months of med tech

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Work Experience: Prior med tech experience with geriatric clients preferred; 6 months preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current state CNA certification preferred; must complete Med Tech Training; CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Administers resident medications as prescribed by a physician within Med Tech scope; verifies identity and records administration.
• Provides direct patient care such as bathing, dressing, feeding; assists in exams and treatments.
• Maintains medication inventories and documentation; follows safety and infection control policies.
• Communicates with healthcare team; participates in quality improvement activities and meets facility policy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Exceptional benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity and paternity benefits
• Award-winning training and development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Luxury work environment
• Meaningful and rewarding work

Vi at La Jolla Village is located at 8515 Costa Verde Blvd, San Diego CA 92122

Responsibilities

Medical Technician

Responsible for a number of functions to support medical staff and assist with the clinical and technical aspects of care within limits of certification for residents. Performs other duties as assigned. This is a safety sensitive position.

Principal Accountabilities / Essential Job Functions:

• Administers resident oral and topical medication(s), as prescribed by a physician and within the scope of practice of a Med Tech, including, but not limited to: o Verifies identity of resident receiving medication.
  • Presents medication to resident and observes ingestion or other application.
  • Records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration in the system of record.
  • Takes and records vital signs or observes resident to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated team members of unexpected reactions.
  • Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not taken.
  • Maintains related medical records under supervision of the nurse and/or medical staff.
• Gives direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments.
• May receive supply of ordered medications and store per protocol.
• May record and restock medication inventories.
• Follows written and/or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
• Identifies and reports deviations from safe practice. Adheres to policies and guidelines of regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA).
• Provides escort service to residents as directed by supervisor.
• Notifies supervisor and oncoming staff of resident changes of condition, as they occur.
• Provides safe, efficient, and cost--effective quality care.
• Documents care per policy and procedures.
• Communicates and collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to resolve resident problems and enhance care delivery and service.
• Participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities; successfully adapts to changes.
• Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to the Company's Mission, Values, and Resident Care Philosophy and Standards of Care and Practice through behavior and attitude.
• Responsible for upholding resident rights.
• Maintains Infection Control Protocols in all aspects of daily duties.
• Performs duties in a timely and efficient manner on a shift/schedule determined by the facility.
• May perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and render First Aid in emergency situations.
• Attends/complies with assisted living/care center meetings, mandatory in-services and committee meetings.
• Participates in orientation of new employees.
• Manages emergency situations based on the Company's safety and disaster policies.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred.
• Work Experience: Prior experience working with geriatric clients is preferred; 6 months prior Medication Technician experience, preferred.
• Licensure / Certification: Current state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred; completed the training to be a designated Med Tech is required or must be willing and able to complete Med Tech Training; Current CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications are required; Current First Aid certification is required or must be willing and able to become First Aid Certified. Must be able to pass a comprehensive test based on basic pharmacology and medication safety.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Pay Range

USD $25.38 - USD $31.08 /Hr.