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Memory Support Medication Technician - Part Time
$41,600 - $43,680/Yr
Clearwater Newport Beach - Newport Beach, CA
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time
Newport Beach, CA
About the position
The Medication Technician at Clearwater Newport Beach is responsible for providing medication support to residents in a luxury senior living community. This part-time role involves documenting, delivering, and administering medications as prescribed by physicians, while ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations. The position emphasizes superior customer service and a commitment to maintaining the dignity and safety of residents.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments, and resident care as assigned.
- Observe, verify, and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
- Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and document the reasons why.
- Maintain clear, accurate, complete, and confidential records on resident medication and care.
- Coordinate medication services with residents, pharmacy, and physicians, verifying dosages prior to dispensing.
- Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills, preparing medications for distribution up to 24 hours in advance.
- Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting discrepancies to supervisors immediately.
- Assist caregivers in their job duties and assume caregiver responsibilities when needed.
- Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly, maintaining their self-respect and confidentiality.
- Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is given to residents.
- Assist residents in daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, and activities.
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
- 401(k) contributions
- Paid Vacation and Sick leave
- Opportunities for growth
- Dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Culture of people first and service always
