Medication Techs

Aviata at Lakeside Oaks Villas; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned wage access

Competitive pay

Shift options (Morning/Evening/Night)

Job summary

Aviata Health Group is seeking dedicated caregivers to assist residents with daily living activities and medication supervision in a residential setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring health, documenting changes, and ensuring a safe environment. Training on medication administration is provided; a high school diploma or GED and being at least 18 years old are required.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to read and communicate at an adequate level for essential duties.
• Ability to treat seniors and their property with dignity and respect.
• Must complete new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, mobility).
• Supervise residents with prescribed medication and insulin testing/administration.
• Monitor health and wellbeing; document changes in status and needs.
• Keep environment safe; respond to emergencies and provide first aid when needed.
• Promote teamwork and participate in activities and planned programs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Clear communication

Reading/speaking basic English

Medication assistance knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene and mobility.

• Supervise residents with prescribed medication.

• Supervise finger sticks for insulin testing, and insulin injections. Assist residents with oxygen, ostomies and other medical problems as outlined in the support plan.

• Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote activities enthusiastically to pique residents’ interest.

• Monitor health, safety and wellbeing of the residents.

• Document information pertaining to changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointment, etc.

• Assist in keeping the environment safe for residents.

• Report concerns about residents to supervisor and co-workers.

• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.

• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils.

• Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

• Must be 18 years of age.

• May have to attend and successfully complete state required Medication Technician Training.

• Ability to read and communicate at an adequate level to essential job duties.

• Ability to treat and care for seniors and their property with dignity and respect.

• Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner.

• Caregivers must complete our new hire orientation.

Benefits

• Get paid in advance with us: We offer access to your earned but unpaid wages, or we pay bi-weekly.

• Pay rate: Competitive. Additional holiday pay and overtime hours may apply.

• Shift options: Mornings, Afternoon, and Nights shifts available to choose from. Additional hours by request.

• Access to online learning 24/7

• Phone and auto discounts: Up to 20% on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors.

• Health insurance for the entire family.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status

Aviata Health Group participates in background screenings provided by AHCA. For more information, please click on the link https://info.flclearinghouse.com/