Medication Tech 11p-7a

Position Summary:
Medication Techs/Med Techs primarily focus on medication administration and related duties/tasks under the supervision of a nurse and the RN Delegator following the guidelines provided by Senior Solutions Management Group and State Regulations. This position reports to the Wellness Director.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the AssistedLiving Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and SSMGguidelines as directed by the Wellness Director.
• Preparing medications ensuring proper dosages and administration times documenting medication given and monitoring patients for reactions.

• Assist with other patient care tasks and maintain medication inventory.

• Reports any change in residents health and provides proper documentation to the Wellness Director.

• Responds quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintains close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provides educational meetings for residents and staff as requested by
  Supervisor.
• Understands role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents and prospective residents information.
• Attends all required training in-service and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of
  accidents the preservation of equipment and the achievement of safe working
  practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents visitors and
  co-workers.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of SSMG.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months
• related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
  experience.
• Home Health Aid Personal Care Aid Private Caregiver
• Must be trainable and available for onsite training medication training by RN Delegator
• Must be flexible with scheduling and have transportation to and from work for scheduled shifts
• Position also requires resident care when not assisting with medication administration