Cedarbrook Senior Living is Hiring a Medication Technician - Full-Time 2nd Shift Near Plymouth, MI
Medication Technician Up to $20/hr. Summary Cares for residents in the community under direction of nursing and medical staff. Essential Position Functions The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Interviews residents to determine medical problem/condition and documents in chart for physician
Obtains and records resident vital signs and weight
Administers and documents medications given by following specifically written physicians orders, including oral, topical, and suppository medications, as well as eye and ear drops
Participates in all in-service programs to expand and develop abilities
Maintains compliance to all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws
Understands and implements the Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Plan and evacuation procedures of the community during drills and actual emergencies
Performs various treatments not requiring license nurse (hot/cold applications, vital signs, weights, etc.) Uses procedure manual to verify correct techniques and practices standard precautions
Observes, records, and reports observations such as unexpected and untoward effects from medications
Takes vital signs as needed prior to administration of certain medications
Provides direct resident care. Functions as a CNA when not assigned to administer medications
Develops and maintains courteous and professional relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers
Dependable and able to meet schedule requirements (attendance and punctuality) with no restrictions
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Education/Experience:
QMA Certificate in good standing on file with the appropriate Department of Health and current CNA Certificate, preferred
One year experience in long-term care setting preferred