Medication Technician Ny Jobs

Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Community, is seeking a dynamic and goal-driven individual to join our team of dedicated care providers part - time on the evening shift! Under the general direction of the Supervisor-In-Charge, the Medication Technician will administer prescribed medication and treatment to residents in a safe and timely manner within the guidelines set forth by DePaul Adult Care Communities and the state of New York. The Medication Aide will also be responsible for resident’s personal care as described in the Resident Care Assistant (RCA) position description while not administering medications.

Why work for DePaul?

• Excellent benefits and competitive wages
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• We value diversity

COVID-19 Considerations All employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Documentation of those medications and treatments as determined in the policy and procedures.
• Directly accountable for the security of controlled substances and the accuracy of record keeping.
• Accurately processing physician orders and transcribing orders to the Medication Administration Record.
• Assists in providing a therapeutic and homelike environment.
• Following facility and pharmacy guidelines and policies in ordering, returning and discontinuing of medication orders.
• Timely ordering of medications and or supplies for availability to residents
• Participates in the required twelve (12) hours of medication in-service education.
• Performs resident care duties as described in the RCA position description in response to the needs of the resident or as assigned.
• Maintaining an organized, clean and secure medication cart and medication room.
• Preparation of medications for residents leaving the facility for extended periods of time, or arranging for the delivery of those medications from the pharmacy.
• Practices and maintains appropriate infection control techniques when preparing/administering medications and employs universal precautions at all times.
• Observation and documentation of response (therapeutic or adverse) to medications and treatments.
• Administration of medication and treatment to residents timely, accurately and as prescribed by the physician.

Essential Functions

• Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies, e.g., evacuation of residents and visitors in the event of fire.
• Must be in good standing with the Healthcare Personnel Registry.
• Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
• Ability to communicate with residents and others in the English language.
• Must Pass the Medication Technician training provided by DePaul within 90 days of Medication Skills Checklist. *The Medication Skills Checklist must be completed before passing any medication.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. without mechanical assistance.
• Must possess a working knowledge of resident care, particularly with the geriatric and adult special care needs population.
• Ability to push medication cart down hallway without assistance.
• Ability to turn, stoop, bend, and stretch in order to assist residents.
• Ability to manipulate equipment (sphygmomanometer, Accucheck, thermometer, etc.).
• Must have the required references and criminal record check.
• Ability to audibly hear call bells, emergency systems, verbal needs expressed by residents.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to visually observe residents.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must have the required annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Annual Health Assessment in accordance with New York State Regulations.

Desired Qualities

• Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions.
• Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions.
• Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact.
• Ability to use initiative, judgment and resourcefulness and ability to make decisions.

This position pays $16.75/hour. Evening and Overnight shifts will receive a $1 shift differential.

This position is eligible for the following benefits Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.