JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:                                Medication Technician

Supervisor:                            Health Services Coordinator/Health Services Director 

FLSA Status:                         Hourly, non-exempt

Date Approved:                    September 2021

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

The primary responsibility of this position is to administer medications to residents and assist with other aspects of their daily care and routine.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Appropriate certification, as required by state
• Previous experience in senior living preferred 
• Attention to detail to administer and accurately record the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of Sunshine Retirement Living and applicable state/federal regulations
• Demonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff
• Meet state related requirements (if applicable to position)
• Ability to work in a team setting and be a positive team player
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residents
• Possess excellent customer and organizational skills
• Ability to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlines

• Satisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and TB clearance (if applicable)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance according to health care provider’s orders
• Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents.   Promptly report any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director
• Accurately maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations
• Properly store medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly
• Ensures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standard
• Properly follow shift-change procedures and documentation
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
• Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities.   Promote activities to enthusiastically to pique residents’ interest
• Assist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residents
• Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor

OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non-perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others

• Meet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is required

• Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Represent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner

• Adhere to dress/appearance code.  Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor
• Adhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards
• Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times
• Maintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed) 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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