Vergennes Grand Senior Living
Medication Technician at Vergennes… · Vergennes
Job Description
Overview
The Medication Technician (Med Tech) is responsible for administering medications and treatments to residents in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and community policies. This role provides direct resident care, monitors resident well-being, maintains accurate medication records, and supports residents with activities of daily living as needed.
Shifts Available:
- Days 6:45am-3:15pm
- Days/Evenings 10:45am-7:15pm
- Evenings 2:45pm-11:15pm
- Nights 10:45pm-7:15am
Duties
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and delegated by the Registered Nurse.
- Document medication administration using electronic medication records (eMAR).
- Monitor residents for side effects, health changes, or concerns and report findings promptly to the nurse or supervisor.
- Ensure safe medication storage and handling.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
- Respond to resident call systems, emergencies, and safety concerns.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, healthcare providers, and team members.
- Support admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and resident-centered environment.
- Participate in training, staff meetings, and continuing education as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous experience in assisted living, long-term care, memory care, or healthcare.
- Experience with electronic medication administration records (eMAR).
- CNA/LNA certification preferred.
- Alzheimer’s disease/dementia care experience preferred.
- Is resourceful and willing to satisfy both ordinary and extraordinary needs of prospective residents/families.
- Must be able to interact with other department personnel.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be computer literate and be efficient.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Medication Administration Delegation by Registered Nurse.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, transfer, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and assist residents with mobility and personal care.
If you have a passion for serving seniors and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.
Vergennes Grand Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What shift(s) are you applying for?
Please indicate one of the following:
Days (6:45am-3:15pm), Days/Evenings (10:45am-7:15pm), Evenings (2:45pm-11:15pm), Nights (10:45pm-7:15am)
- Do you have reliable transportation?
Work Location: In person