Medication Technician

Type: Part-Time/PRN

Shift: Various, On-Call

Wage: $18.57-24.23/hr DOE (Plus 5% ASL Proficiency Bonus) 

Attendance bonus: The perfect attendance bonus in a pay period will be $100.00 for a full-time employee and $75.00 for a part-time employee

• Administer medications ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the DHS and according to current policies, procedures, and practices

• Provide care for residents and assist with updating service plans.

• Assist with the Life Enrichment Program and encourage residents to participate in activities

• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance

• Assist in providing a safe environment for residents

• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, calm, and joy

• Assist with daily living activities (i.e., bathing, dressing, and eating)

• Provide support with residents to caregivers as needed

• Document and communicate resident changes and complete all reports in a timely manner

• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old

• High-School diploma or equivalent

• Must be HCA Certified, NAR and/or CNA/NAC

• Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification

• Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting

• Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) Food Handlers Card

• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders

• Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination preferred, but not required

• Proficient in ASL or willing to learn: 5% bonus available 

Employee Perks:

• Attendance bonus: The perfect attendance bonus in a pay period will be $100.00 for a full-time employee and $75.00 for a part-time employee

• Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply

• Mentorship opportunities

• Career Development

• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more

• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

 This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU 503 

At Avamere Communities, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can be their true, authentic self is key to our success. 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.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

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