Medication Tech

Medication Technician Job Summary: As a Medication Technician at The Maples Assisted Living Facility, LLC, you will be responsible for providing daily encouragement, supervision, and assistance with medications, treatments, and follow-through with prescribed services. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and promoting the success of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Responsibilities: Demonstrates competency in the following areas: Encourages and reinforces the need for a safe environment related to equipment, mental status changes, fall precautions, and first aid. Properly documents within the electronic medical record the acceptance and/or refusal of self-medication. Explains all care procedures to residents prior to performance. Assists with and monitors the self-administration of medications by residents. Recognizes and reports any abuse or neglect potential. Responsible for ordering, organizing, and reviewing medications. Provides feedback and suggestions when changes occur in medications and communicates effectively with pharmacy. Assists with eating, care of teeth, grooming, bathing, restrooms, dressing, and walking as required within the Service Plan (HHA or PCA Only). Reports any change in the patient's mental and physical condition to supervisor. Will not perform Foley Catheter Irrigations, Sterile Dressing Changes, Enemas, Injections, or application of heat in any form. Follows Chain of Command to ensure proper communication. Ensures 12 hours of Inservices education completed annually. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Follows through, as needed, on information given by shift report, resident, or family regarding suggestions, changes, or concerns. Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity. Demonstrates competence in technical and manual skills according to scope of practice. Provides reminders for meals and medications. Functions as a resident advocate by protecting and ensuring residents' rights. Observes and ensures the environment is well maintained and assists in providing a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Knowledgeable of work order and communicates necessary issues to environmental services. Communicates with the Interdisciplinary team to ensure residents' needs are met. Consistently follows the policies and procedures of the home. Reports any incidents or accidents to supervisor. Maintains First Aid Certification. Works collaboratively with the pharmacy, MD Offices, and Resident to ensure timely receipt of medication and service scripts. Requirements: 0 years of experience preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information High school diploma or equivalent required Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of $18.65 Opportunities for professional growth and development Collaborative and supportive work environment #J-18808-Ljbffr Elemental Management Group