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Job description
Medication TechnicianSupervisor: Health Services Coordinator/Health Services DirectorFLSA Status: Hourly, non-exemptDate Approved: September 2021Overall Job PurposeThe 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 RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalentSix months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experienceAppropriate certification, as required by statePrevious experience in senior living preferredAttention 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 regulationsDemonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staffMeet state related requirements (if applicable to position)Ability to work in a team setting and be a positive team playerMaintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residentsPossess excellent customer and organizational skillsAbility to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlinesSatisfactorily pass Sunshine's and state regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and TB clearance (if applicable)Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance according to health care provider's ordersMonitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services DirectorAccurately maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observationsProperly store medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderlyEnsures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standardProperly follow shift-change procedures and documentationAssist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eatingEncourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote activities to enthusiastically to pique residents' interestAssist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residentsImmediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company proceduresPerforms other duties as assigned by SupervisorOther Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non-perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or othersMeet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is requiredServe as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitudeRepresent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly mannerAdhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisorAdhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standardsPromote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all timesMaintain 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 RequirementsPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.20% or less - 20% to 40% - 40% to 60% - 60% to 80% - 80% to 100%Stand - XWalk - XSit - XPushing, pulling and/or reaching - XGrasping and fine manipulation - XClimb or balance - XStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - XTalk or hear - XTaste or smell - XLifts Weight or Exerts Force - 20% or less - 20% to 40% - 40% to 60% - 60% to 80% - 80% to 100%Up to 10 pounds - XUp to 25 pounds - XUp to 50 pounds - XUp to 100 pounds - XMore than 100 pounds - XThe Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.
Worksite address
pharr, TX, 78577, US
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