Medication Techs

Aviata; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,712,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned wage access

Bi-weekly pay

Shift options — mornings, afternoons,夜

Online learning 24/7

Phone discounts

Auto discounts

Family health insurance

Job summary

Aviata Health Group is looking for Medication Techs to join our family. We invest in employees for upward movement within the company and in their careers. We value teamwork and compassionate care while delivering quality resident support.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, supervising medications, monitoring health, and promoting resident wellbeing. Training is provided, with opportunities for shift variety and online learning resources.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED and be 18+.
• Ability to read and communicate at an adequate level to essential duties.
• Must complete state-required Medication Technician Training if applicable.
• Care for seniors with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Supervise residents with prescribed medications.
• Supervise finger sticks for insulin and injections as needed.
• Encourage participation in activities and monitor wellbeing.
• Document changes in residents' status and needs.
• Maintain a safe environment and report concerns.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first-aid as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Aviata Health Group is Looking for Medication Techs to join our family!

We invest and empower our Medication Techs for upward movement within the company and in their career. We appreciate our employees and reward them for working hard.

Do you thrive in a team environment and desire to make a difference in the lives of others while advancing your skills? Are you caring and compassionate? If this sounds like you, let’s talk!

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/