Medication Technician

Medication Technician Glendora, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Medication dispensing Serving CPR Certification Customer service Caregiving BLS Certification Working with geriatric patients Patient service Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Basic life support 1 year CNA Care plans Patient transport Geriatrics Bathing assistance Entry level Full Job Description Are you passionate about serving seniors? Do you want to be part of team that strives to create experiences that celebrate our seniors? Clearwater at Glendora is a premier luxury senior living community in Glendora and is looking for full-time Medication Technicians to join the team! Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits: Excellent benefits 401(k) contributions Paid Vacation and Sick leave Exciting opportunities to grow Dynamic and fast paced environment Culture of people first and service always The Medication Technician is responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, government regulators and guidelines.

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$18.00-$19.00/hour Schedules available: Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-2:30pm OR Tuesday-Saturday 2:00pm-10:30pm Responsibilities Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and with the scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and documenting the reason(s) why Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying dosages with physician prior to dispensing Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills - prepare medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and responsibilities when needed. Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident's self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinence products, etc.) Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, and clearing trays Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following all safety/lifting and transferring techniques - escorting them to/from meals, activities, or other transportation needs as requested or assigned Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required A minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification required Background clearances as required by government regulations Must meet health requirements, including TB Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.