Medication Technician

Med-TechnicianThe med-technician helps residents take their prescribed medications under the supervision of the Administrator. The medication technician also provides direct resident care.Full Time/ PM, NOC.Duties and ResponsibilitiesMedicationsAssist residents with all prescribed medications as ordered by their physician under the supervision of the Administrator.Prepare medication including pouring liquid and passing medications.Accurately assist residents with PRN medications and documents as determined by the physician's signed PRN authorization form.Will ensure all resident medication orders are current and correct including dosage, change in dosage and temporarily or permanently discontinued.Reports to the Administrator any medication errors.Charts of all medications are given to residents in the medication binder.Ensures that all centrally stored medication is inaccessible to residents or staff that are not authorized to manage medication.Observes residents for any reactions and/or side effects of medication and report to the resident physician.Documents any changes in the resident's health condition or mental status.Ensures each resident medication chart is accurate and correct.Will ensure both new resident prescriptions and reordering existing resident prescriptions are managed in a timely manner.Adheres to infection control and prevention at all times.Resident CareAssist residents with activities of daily need including but not limited to bathing dressing, grooming, dental care, and incontinence care as needed.Documents daily care.Observes the resident and document and report any change in condition to the Administrator.Acknowledges and understands all residents' rights and ensures those rights are always maintained.Health and SafetyFollows safety rules and reports any violations to the Administrator.Always adheres to infection control and prevention.Ensures that any suspected or alleged elder abuse is reported.Identifies any safety hazards and will communicate such hazards to the appropriate management personnel, as directed.Ensure resident safety by monitoring the residents, equipment, and environment.QualificationsHas experience providing direct care to the elderly?Possess previous employer references and/or letters of recommendation.Possess a valid and current driver's license.Possess a valid and current first aid and CPR card.Speak and understand English.Possess excellent verbal and written skills.Possess excellent organization and time management skills.18 years of age or older (Verified by birth certificate or driver's license).Participate in required and appropriate job training.Has completed first aid training.Prior to employment obtained the required criminal clearance.Prior to employment obtained the required health screening and TB clearance.Is in good physical and mental health capable of performing assigned tasks.Possess knowledge of housekeeping and sanitation principles.Possess knowledge necessary to recognize early signs of illness and the need for professional help.