Medication Technician (Med Tech - Assisted Living)

Medication Technician (Med Tech - Assisted Living) The Abigail - 2.8 Redwood City, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $23 - $25 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance 401(k) Paid orientation Qualifications Medical documentation Patient monitoring Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with geriatric patients Assisting with ADLs Long-term care facility experience Cleaning Manual handling Geriatrics Full Job Description The Abigail, a 24-bed residential care home for seniors in Redwood City, is looking for a full-time Medication Technician (Med Tech). Experience in Assisted Living preferred. Pay range is $23-$25/hour depending on experience. Willingness to be pick-up extra shifts or work overtime if needed/requested. The Med Tech is responsible for the safe administration of medications to residents in accordance with physician orders and supports the health and well-being of residents by checking vitals, monitoring medication dosage, observing and reporting side effects, and keeping rooms clean.

Responsibilities:

Pour and pass prescribed medications to residents following physician orders Record medication administration and maintain accurate and timely documentation per Title 22 RCFE regulations Check vitals and monitor residents for medication side effects or adverse reactions and report changes immediately Assist with ordering refills and and coordination with pharmacies Receive and properly store/secure medications Conduct medication counts and ensure controlled substances are logged correctly Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and light housekeeping Observe and report changes in residents' physical, mental, and emotional condition Provide compassionate, resident-centered care

Qualifications:

1+ years of experience working as a Med Tech in a senior living setting Experience working with individuals with dementia and memory care needs Negative TB test, and ability to pass a LiveScan criminal background check Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Pay:

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid orientation Paid training

Experience:

Med Tech:

2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person