Medication Technician -Per Diem

Meridian Senior Living; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A senior living community in Boca Raton is seeking a Med Tech to assist with medication administration and ensure resident safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification, and at least one year of experience working with medications for the elderly. The role involves communication with residents and families, maintaining care records, and a strong commitment to compassion and teamwork. Competitive benefits are offered including medical coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification.
• Minimum one year experience with medications and the elderly population.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering medications to residents.
• Maintain proper care records and report any condition changes.
• Ensure resident safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Compassion for elderly

Effective communication

Teamwork

Honesty and dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Medication Aide/Technician Certification

Job description

Overview

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.” To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee? We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that teamwork truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying than making a difference in someone’s life.

Benefits

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

Position: Med Tech

As a Med Tech, the primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the administering of medications to residents following company regulatory guidelines. Other tasks include keeping proper care records, reporting any changes in resident’s conditions, and interacting with internal and external customers in a professional manner while ensuring resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current and valid Medication Aide/Technician Certification
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Successfully complete training as required and in accordance with state regulations
• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with medications and the elderly population
• Must possess all required licenses and/or certifications if required by State licensing authority and maintain continuing education requirements
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the public
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer