Medication Technician On-Call

About the role

As an on-call Medication Technician at MBK Senior Living, you will provide compassionate, quality resident care and services by assisting residents with medication administration and activities of daily living in accordance with their personalized service plans. This includes documenting, delivering, and administering or assisting with treatments and medications as prescribed by physicians, while adhering to all policies, procedures, government regulations, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments, and resident care as assigned, strictly following practice, policy, procedures, and government regulations.
• 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.
• Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills, notify the pharmacy of new orders, and report any missing medications to the Supervisor.
• Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties by fulfilling the responsibilities of the Caregiver job description.
• Document appropriate information, including incident reports, and communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and resident alerts or requests as needed.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures concerning the department.
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent mentoring, coaching, and recognition program utilization, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Director of Health Services and/or Executive Director, or designee.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Certification or education as required by state regulations.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid CPR & First Aid certification.
• 1+ years of prior related work experience functioning in a similar healthcare role, within a similar industry/work environment.
• 1+ years of experience handling medications preferred; on-the-job training is available for candidates with the appropriate focus and desire.
• Willingness and ability to effectively manage and respond to resident behaviors, including a wide variety of verbal and physical expressions, while maintaining a safe environment.
• Must be age 18 or over.
• Must complete required Background check, health screening, and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and effectively follow both spoken and written directions.
• Comfortable with technology for documentation of medication passes, incidents, and notes.
• Must meet and maintain all state-specific regulatory requirements, including medication certification and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to interact effectively, deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions when circumstances warrant, remain calm, and effectively manage stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
• Must display a positive and professional image in accordance with MBK values.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, reaching overhead, and repetitive motion.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary.
• Ability to move throughout the workday, in the community, and between neighborhoods.
• Ability to assist in the physical movement of residents during routine transfers and in emergency situations.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay

$19.00-$20.00 an hour

Schedule

On-call

Benefits

Full-time team members at MBK Senior Living enjoy a rich benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k matching up to 4%
• Childcare and eldercare assistance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs
• Education loan assistance & scholarships
• Financial and legal services
• Team Member discounts
• Health and Wellness resources