Medication Technician (Alf) Jobs

Salary

$15.50 - $18.60 / hour

Overview

Medication Technician Pay Rate Range : $15.50 - $18.60 / hour PLUS more with Experience! Earn more with experience!

Elderwood Village at Vestal is currently looking for a Medication Technician to join our team! We are looking to fill our FULL-TIME position.

Medication Technician Position Overview

The Medication Technician functions as a key member of the Nursing team and works under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. Medication Technician team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents. This includes assisting residents with self administration of medications.

Shift: Second shift 2:45pm - 11:00pm and every other weekend

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Employee Perks!

Conveniently located on a bus route, Free meal each shift!, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, NEW Weekly Pay Schedule!

Responsibilities

Medic ation Technician Position Responsibilities:

• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace (with or without the aid of mechanical devices).
• Knowledge of elderly, ill, and/or disabled.
• Follows and understands written and oral directions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Qualifications

Medic ation Technician Position Qualifications:

• Proof of successful completion of a medication technician training program within the last 12 months preferred.
• Must pass Elderwood Medication Technician test.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred.
• No certification needed, but preferred / training can be provided.
• Certification by an approved basic training program in home health aide services and possess written evidence of such certification is preferred.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.