Medication Technician (Med Tech)

Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, a community of Navion Senior Living, located in Boone, NC is seeking Certified Medication Technicians for medication administration-related roles. Our Medication Technicians are responsible for delivering high quality medication administration and resident care oversight in a cutting edge Assisted Living and/or Memory Care Community. Must be able to work one weekend a month and holidays.

Sign-On Bonus

• We're looking to fill full-time, part-time, and PRN roles

Responsibilities

• Promotes and protects residents rights and treats residents with dignity and respect
• Operates equipment in a safe manner and the only equipment utilized is that which previous training of use has occurred
• Attends in-service and education programs and obtains continuing education required by state regulations
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire and emergency procedures. Reports all safety violations
• Maintains confidentiality of residents’ information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines
• Documentation is completed in an informative and descriptive manner
• All changes in a resident’s condition are reported as soon as possible to the supervisor
• Work schedules and assigned tasks are completed in accordance to the established policies and procedures of the community
• Demonstrates a positive working relationship with residents, family members and staff
• Infection Control precautions and practices are utilized with all activities
• Demonstrates the ability to remain calm under stressful conditions
• Maintains professional appearance by adherence to community dress code

Requirements

• Personal Care Assistant or Certified Nursing Certification required
• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families and staff members
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment.
• Successful completion of a State Approved Medication Aide course.
• High School diploma
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for seniors without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others.

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• PTO for full time positions
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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