Medication Technician: Precise, Caring Caregiver

Newport Beach Memory Care in; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS invites applications for a Medication Technician, located at our national post-acute healthcare network. The role focuses on accurately and safely administering medications to residents, documenting all actions, and verifying resident identity prior to treatment.

The position requires a state-licensed Medication Aide and a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong adherence to facility policies and ongoing professional education.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Must be a licensed Medication Aide with state-approved training.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow the policies and procedures governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the medications as ordered.
• Verify resident identity before administering medication treatment.
• Assist in developing procedures to prevent medication errors and report findings.
• Maintain documentation and submit reports as required.
• Participate in quality assurance and clinical committees affecting the medication pass.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved Medication Aide training

Job description

PACS invites applications for a Medication Technician, located at our national post-acute healthcare network. The role focuses on accurately and safely administering medications to residents, documenting all actions, and verifying resident identity prior to treatment.

The position requires a state-licensed Medication Aide and a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong adherence to facility policies and ongoing professional education.