Medication Technician (Memory Care)

Medication Aide- Assisted Living Facility

Job Summary

Medication Aide/Technician- Assisted Living

Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care is seeking full and part-time medication technicians. Must possess a NC certificate to practice as an Assisted Living Medication Technician and a Personal Care Aide (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Nature and Scope

Provide medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and community policy including: pouring, preparing, assisting with administration and documentation as defined through community policies and training.

Responsibilities and Duties

Essential Functions

• Provide medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and community policy including: pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation. Observe residents for changes of condition, communicate observations to the supervisor-in-charge or Resident Care Director.
• Assist in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner.
• Accept responsibility for accurate medication counts and for security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts.
• May be called upon to assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility as needed.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication assistance.
• Respond to all resident needs and/or requests for care promptly and provide or obtain assistance as necessary.
• Observe residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, medication side effects, accidents, injuries or unusual occurrence and reports immediately to supervisor.
• Complete all documentation such as medication administration records; incident/change of condition reports, and behavior documentation as requested and in a timely manner.
• Assist in the dining room during resident meal times as needed.
• Seek guidance as needed from supervisor and/or Resident Care Manager.
• Assist with cost control by utilizing resources efficiently and in a waste free manner. Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights.

Other

• Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform job duties for residents in a courteous and professional manner.
• Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.
• Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents’ families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators).
• Answer phones appropriately, according to company and community standards.
• Communicate professionally and cooperate with supervisor and all community personnel.
• Attend training sessions as directed by supervisor.
• Follow and communicate community policies and procedures.
• The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum of one-year previous experience as a caregiver/resident assistant caring for the elderly in an assisted living or long term care setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Successfully complete training as required in accordance with state regulations.
• Possess all required licenses and/or certifications required by State licensing authority.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and general public.
• Must have the ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member and individual.
• Must be honest, fair and dependable.
• Must respect confidentiality and adhere to the rights and privacy of others in accordance with local, state and federal laws.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Must meet all health requirements.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits are available.

Job Type: Full-time

An Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

COVID-19 Considerations:

To keep our care givers as safe as possible, we are following all CDC and NC Infection Control guidelines. Entry screening, monitoring, testing & a full array of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available for all caregivers.

Application Questions

You have requested that really ask candidates the following questions:

• How many years of PCA or CNA experience do you have?
• Do you have the following license or certification: NC Assisted Living Medication Tech Certificate?
• Do you speak English?
• Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• Medication Administration: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Med Tech License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Granite Falls, NC 28630 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16