Med Tech - Full-time - Evening Shift

Job Description

An Exciting Opportunity at Ginger Cove!

Ginger Cove is a premier life-care retirement community dedicated to providing each member of the community exceptional quality, comfort and care. Our vibrant, CARF International accredited community nurtures every aspect of our resident’s well-being.

$3,500.00 SIGN-ON BONUS!  Full-time - 32-40 hours per week

CNA and Med Tech Certification Required

Ginger Cove is currently seeking Full-Time Certified Medication Technicians (Evening Shift (2:45PM-11:15PM); Schedule includes alternating weekends) to support our Assisted Living departments. The Medication Technician is responsible for working in accordance with established policies and procedures, and/or special instruction from the Director of Nursing or Delegating Nurse. Assists with the administration of medications under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Safely prepare, administer, and chart oral, topical, and suppository drugs. The medication aide who prepares the medicine administers same.
• Check and prepare each dose immediately preceding administration.
• Check with the Charge Nurse if there are any questions regarding any medication.
• Record administration of the medication on resident’s medication administration record. Discard medication refused or otherwise not given and record on medication administration record.
• Report medication errors or reactions to medications immediately to the Charge Nurse, who, in turn, reports to the resident’s attending physician and completes the necessary documentation.
• Obtain vital signs and recognizes their significance in drug therapy.
• Administer medication only upon a written physician’s order.
• Maintain safe and sanitary workstations and equipment.
• Encourage independence, attendance at activities, restorative programs and rehabilitation.
• Attend in-service training and education session, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as a Medication Technician in the state of Maryland.
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of Maryland.
• CPR/ First Aid certification or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Minimum of two years’ experience working as a Medication Technician; geriatric experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, family members, doctors, and co-workers.
• Computer literacy.
• Must have completed or be willing to complete educational requirements imposed by State regulations within the specified timeframe.
• Must present self in a professional manner, display genuine concern for elderly, and tact in dealing with others.

BENEFIT, BONUS AND INCENTIVE PROGRAMS:
The Ginger Cove community offers you the opportunity to be part of a winning team with many benefits:

• Full, comprehensive health care plan (medical, dental & vision) - Full-time only
• Ancillary benefit options
• Generous retirement plan with matching contributions
• Accrual-based, paid-leave program
• Scholarship program
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Referral bonus program
• Employee recognition incentives

We value staff excellence, resident independence, and business integrity.

If you share our passion for customer service excellence in a friendly, mutually caring workplace, you are invited to submit your application and resume for consideration.

Ginger Cove is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Ginger Cove will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classifications.

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