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Award Care at Beneva Villas

Medication Tech

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).

$30,672 / year median in Florida

+19% projected growth

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Award Care is looking for Medication Techs to join our family! We invest and empower our Medication Techs for upward movement within the company and in their career. We appreciate our employees and reward them for working hard. Major Responsibilities Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene and mobility. Supervise residents with prescribed medication. Supervise finger sticks for insulin testing; and insulin injections. Assist residents with oxygen, ostomies and other medical problems as outlined in the support plan. Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote activities enthusiastically to pique residents' interest. Monitor health, safety and wellbeing of the residents. Document information pertaining to changes in residents' functional status, personal needs, appointment, etc. Assist in keeping the environment safe for residents. Report concerns about residents to supervisor and co-workers. Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up. Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils. Promote teamwork in providing services to residents. Other duties as assigned. #healthcarefl Required Qualifications High School diploma or GED. Must be 18 years of age. May have to attend and successfully complete state required Medication Technician Training. Ability to read and communicate at an adequate level to essential job duties. Ability to treat and care for seniors and their property with dignity and respect. Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner. Caregivers must complete our new hire orientation. About the Company We strive to create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and understood. Our leadership teams embrace our "people first" philosophy. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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