What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Technician position at Fieldstone at Chester Springs?
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Medication Technician
The Medication Technician is responsible for administering medications to residents as prescribed by a physician and following company procedures.
The Perks of Working with Us
Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)
Generous PTO package, including your birthday as a paid holiday!
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401k with company match
Employee assistance program
Top Reasons to Work with Us
Family-owned and operated management company
Team approach to work
Smaller by design – Vantage Point is not a big national chain and that means more corporate involvement and support of the team
Make a difference in the lives of those who live with us
Description of responsibilities:
Review resident service plans
Assist/observe medications and treatments for each resident using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass
Document medication administration
Maintain confidentiality of all resident information
Report resident change of condition to supervisor
Follow refill process for medications
Count the med cart at change of shift with oncoming medication technician/ nurse shift supervisor
Take and record resident vitals
Assist residents with activities of daily living
Perform other duties as assigned
Required experience:
High School Diploma/GED
Medication Technician Certification per state regulations
CPR/ First Aid Certification
Nursing Assistant certification a plus
Must be 18 years of age
Required skills:
Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents
Demonstrated customer service skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Organizational and time management skills
Good judgement, problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
Who Is Vantage Point Retirement Living?
Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, Vantage Point Retirement Living is a senior living development and management company that has been ensuring area seniors enjoy vibrant, carefree, and healthy lifestyles since 1995. Widely recognized for our hands-on, personal involvement, we have decades of experience creating incredible communities. We are a local family-run organization backed by big-business experience, but regionally focused. Our family-oriented company is invested in our senior living communities because we live here, too. We do senior living…better. And it all starts with our team.
VP Advantage Services LLC/ Vantage Point Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our company’s philosophy is our commitment to non-discriminatory practices for our residents, staff, and business partners. Through our cultural awareness, we celebrate the diversity of residents and staff by supporting various celebrations, history, and means of acknowledgement of all cultures we serve.
