Medication Technician- FT

About the role

The Medication Technician position at MBK Senior Living is dedicated to ensuring residents receive the highest quality of care. This role involves assisting with daily medications, coordinating medication services, and performing various resident care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments, and resident care as assigned.
• Observe, verify, and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
• Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and document the reason(s).
• Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records on resident medication and care in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements.
• Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy, and physician(s) and verify dosages with physician prior to dispensing.
• Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills – prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance.
• Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately.
• Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed.
• Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety, and confidentiality.
• Aid residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions, and transport residents as necessary.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities and perform regular safety checks on residents.
• Chart and document appropriate information (including incident reports) and communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Respond promptly to all resident alerts, carry walkie-talkies, and react to emergency or other resident requests as needed.
• Ensure resident safety and comfort at all times, assist in the performance of fire or other safety drills, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Age 18 or over, or have the proper work permit and work authorization documentation.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience handling medications preferred but on-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.
• Background clearances as required by government regulations.
• Complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment).
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to interact effectively with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• Must meet and maintain all state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.

Physical Demands

• Must be mobile and able to execute the physical demands of the position.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push 40 pounds unassisted.