Medication Technician 2nd Shift-3-11pm
VitalHires · Wake Forest, NC · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members. At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with the daily administration of prescribed medication, including self-administration, as outlined in their individual care plan.
- Follow documentation protocols and report any changes in resident status.
- Assist in managing medication inventory and proper storage conditions, and coordinate medication re-orders and deliveries with pharmacies as necessary.
- Provide compassionate care and support with activities of daily living to the residents in a team setting as needed.
- Prioritize independence and provide emotional support to the residents by providing continuous engagement and companionship.
- Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs.
- Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.
Requirements
Education and Certifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a valid state medication administration license (such as CNA/CMA/CMT/QMAP/Certified Caregiver) or meet the state requirements for medication administration in assisted living.
- Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.
Experience, Competencies, and Skills
- At least 12 months of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
- Experience with memory care is a plus, but not required.
- Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
- Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset.
- Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
- Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Training
- Life insurance
- 401k with company match
- Employee referral program
- Employee assistance program
- Paid sick leave
- Competitive wages
- Growth opportunities
- Early access to paycheck
- Free meals at work