Medication Technician Part Time 7AM-3PM

INNOVATIVE WICKSHIRE PORT ST. LUCIE; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

INNOVATIVE WICKSHIRE PORT ST. LUCIE is seeking a dedicated Medication Technician to assist residents with medication management, administer prescribed medications, and monitor for adverse reactions.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate medication records, communicating with residents, families, and healthcare providers, and ensuring secure storage of medications while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Completion of self-administration medication technician training program.
• Previous healthcare or assisted living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication management, including self-administration as prescribed and ensuring correct dosages.
• Monitor residents for adverse reactions and report concerns to the Supervisor.
• Keep accurate records of medication assistance and changes in regimens.
• Communicate with residents, families, and healthcare providers to meet medication needs.
• Maintain the medication cart and ensure proper storage and security.
• Follow safety protocols for medication administration to minimize errors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Medication Technician training program

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medication Technician to join our team. The Medication Technician will be responsible for assisting residents with medication management, administering medications as prescribed, and monitoring residents for any adverse reactions or side effects. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication management, including assistance with self-administering medications as prescribed and ensuring that residents take the correct dosage at the appropriate times.
• Monitor residents for any adverse reactions or side effects from medications and report any concerns to the appropriate Supervisor
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of assistance with medications and any changes in residents' medication regimens
• Communicate with residents, family members, and healthcare providers to ensure that residents' medication needs are being met effectively with the wellness coordinator.
• Assist with maintaining the medication cart and ensuring that medications are properly stored and secured
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures for medication administration to minimize the risk of errors or accidents

Qualifications

High School Diploma

Completion of assistance with self-administration Medication Technician training program

Previous experience working in a healthcare or assisted living setting (preferred)

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