MEDICATION TECHNICIAN
Clearwater at Rancharrah
Reno NV 89511 US
Are you passionate about serving seniors? Do you want to be part of team that strives to create experiences that celebrate our seniors?
Clearwater at Rancharrah is a premier luxury senior living community in Reno and is looking for a full-time Medication Technician to join the team!
Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits:
Excellent benefits
401(k) contributions
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Exciting opportunities to grow
Dynamic and fast paced environment
Culture of people first and service always
The Medication Technician is responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, government regulators and guidelines.
Pay Range: $18.00 (DOE)
Responsibilities
Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and
with the scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations
Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed
Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and
documenting the reason(s) why
Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care
in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements
Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying
dosages with physician prior to dispensing
Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills – prepare medications for distribution
up to 24 hours in advance
Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any
and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately
Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and
responsibilities when needed.
Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect,
personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality
Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents
Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including
shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to
bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinence products, etc.)
Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, and clearing trays
Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following
all safety/lifting and transferring techniques – escorting them to/from meals, activities, or
other transportation needs as requested or assigned
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
A minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred
Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification required
Background clearances as required by government regulations
Must meet health requirements, including TB
Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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Clearwater at Rancharrah is a premier luxury senior living community in Reno and is looking for a full-time Medication Technician to join the team!
Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits:
Excellent benefits
401(k) contributions
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Exciting opportunities to grow
Dynamic and fast paced environment
Culture of people first and service always
The Medication Technician is responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, government regulators and guidelines.
Pay Range: $18.00 (DOE)
Responsibilities
Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and
with the scope of practice, policy and procedures, and government regulations
Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed
Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions and
documenting the reason(s) why
Maintain clear, accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care
in accordance with established procedures and governing requirements
Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying
dosages with physician prior to dispensing
Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills – prepare medications for distribution
up to 24 hours in advance
Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any
and all discrepancies to supervisor(s) immediately
Assist caregivers in the performance of their job duties and assume caregiver activities and
responsibilities when needed.
Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect,
personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality
Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents
Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including
shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to
bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinence products, etc.)
Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, and clearing trays
Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following
all safety/lifting and transferring techniques – escorting them to/from meals, activities, or
other transportation needs as requested or assigned
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
A minimum of one year of work experience as a Caregiver or Medication Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred
Active First Aid/CPR/BLS Certification required
Background clearances as required by government regulations
Must meet health requirements, including TB
Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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