Medication Technician - Part Time (Every Other Weekend_

Meadowcrest at Middletown; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO package

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A senior living community in Middletown is seeking a part-time Medication Technician to work every other weekend. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and medication technician certification as per state regulations. Responsibilities include assisting with medication administration, taking resident vitals, and providing support for daily living activities. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors and enjoy competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Medication Technician Certification per state regulations required.
• Experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review resident service plans.
• Assist/observe medications and treatments for residents.
• Document medication administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
• Report resident change of condition to supervisor.
• Count the med cart at change of shift.
• Take and record resident vitals.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Good judgment and problem-solving skills

Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medication Technician Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

Medication Technician (Every Other Weekend)

Meadowcrest at Middletown is looking for a part‑time medication technician with a proven record for attention to detail to work every other weekend. Dedicated to providing compassionate care while assisting residents with their activities of daily living, you will join a team proud of the difference it makes in the lives of seniors.

Perks of Working with Us

• Competitive pay
• Generous PTO package
• Employee assistance program

Top Reasons to Work with Us

• Family‑owned and operated management company
• Team approach to work
• Smaller by design – more corporate involvement and support of the team
• Make a difference in the lives of those who live with us

Description of Responsibilities

• Review resident service plans
• Assist/observe medications and treatments for each resident using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass
• Document medication administration
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information
• Report resident change of condition to supervisor
• Follow refill process for medications
• Count the med cart at change of shift with oncoming medication technician/ nurse shift supervisor
• Take and record resident vitals
• Assist residents with activities of daily living
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Medication Technician Certification per state regulations
• CPR / First Aid Certification
• Nursing Assistant certification a plus
• Must be 18 years of age

Required Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Organizational and time management skills
• Good judgement, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

VP Advantage Services LLC / Vantage Point Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.