Memory Care Medication Technician

Merrill Gardens; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay and benefits

EAP

Paid time off

Free daily meal

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is hiring Memory Care Medication Technicians to support residents in our Garden House community. The role involves administering medications, monitoring health changes, and maintaining accurate records with strict adherence to policies and CA regulations.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff and a strong set of perks for both full-time and part-time employees. A meaningful career path in a family-owned senior living company awaits.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of caregiver experience or an active CNA license.
• Medication-related training and CA-specific requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Strong attention to detail and resident safety.
• Previous memory care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer, assist with, and document medications per orders and policies.
• Monitor residents for adverse reactions and report concerns.
• Maintain medication records and shift reports, update the team.
• Manage refills, secure carts and narcotics per regulations.
• Respond calmly to emergencies and follow procedures.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed.
• Guide Garden House staff in absence of leadership.

Skills

Caregiving experience

CNA license

CPR/First Aid

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you passionate about working with seniors and making a difference in the lives of those living with memory loss? Are you dedicated to providing compassionate care in an environment that values each resident’s individuality, dignity, and well-being? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is currently accepting applications for Memory Care Med Techs to support residents in our Garden House community.

If you are a compassionate, dependable individual who takes pride in providing quality care, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently, and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Memory Care Medication Technicians:

• Administer, assist with, and document medications according to physician orders and company policies.
• Monitor residents for adverse reactions or changes in physical, cognitive, or emotional condition and promptly report concerns.
• Maintain accurate medication records, complete shift reports, and communicate important resident updates to team members and appropriate medical personnel.
• Manage medication refills, secure medication carts and narcotics, and maintain medication storage areas in accordance with company and state requirements.
• Respond calmly to emergencies, report incidents, and follow community emergency procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, as needed.
• Provide guidance to Garden House care staff in the absence of the appropriate department leader, as needed.

If you are someone with:

• At least 18 years of age.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of caregiver experience or an active CNA license, as required by applicable regulations.
• Required medication-related training and qualifications in accordance with applicable California regulations and company requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain both within 30 days of hire.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a commitment to resident safety and quality care.
• Previous medication technician experience and experience working in an assisted living or memory care setting are preferred.

California Employment Requirements:

• Criminal clearance is required before presence in the community.
• TB test results must be provided within seven days of hire, and a health screening must be completed within 30 days of hire. Transferred TB test results and health screenings must be no older than six months.

Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and assisting residents with daily care activities. Lifting and physical assistance up to 75lbs. may be required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Consider applying to become a Memory Care Medication Technician with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

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Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.