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Certified Medication Technician-AL

10 days ago

Pharr

Job Description POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Medication Technician Supervisor: Health Services Coordinator/Health Services Director FLSA Status: Hourly, non-exempt Date Approved: September 2025 OVERALL JOB PURPOSE The primary responsibility of this position is to administer medications to residents and assist with other aspects of their daily care and routine. As a Medication Technician, you embody our principle of Person-Centered care and support our mission statement through People, Passion, and Excellence by providing the highest standard of care and customer service. In assisted living and memory care, this role also ensures safety, promotes dignity, and supports engagement for residents with cognitive or physical challenges. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or equivalent, • Six months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience, • Appropriate certification, as required by the state, • Previous experience in senior living preferred, • Attention 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 regulations, • Demonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff, • Meet state-related requirements (if applicable to position), • Ability to work in a team setting and be a positive team player, • Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residents, • Possess excellent customer and organizational skills, • Ability to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlines, • Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices, including redirection, validation, and behavioral support techniques, • Satisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state-regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and, • TB clearance (if applicable) ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance according to healthcare provider’s orders, • Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director or Health Services Coordinator, • Accurately maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations, • Properly store medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly, • Ensures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standard, • Properly follow shift-change procedures and documentation, • Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating, • Support residents with memory loss by using patience, empathy, and specialized communication techniques, • Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote purposeful engagement that matches residents’ cognitive abilities and personal preferences, • Assist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residents, • Implement elopement-prevention and other safety measures specific to memory care residents, • Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company procedures, • Accurately document medication administration, care provided, and observations in electronic health records per company policy, • Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others, • Meet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is required, • Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude, • Represent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner, • Adhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor, • Adhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards, • Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times, • Communications with residents’ families, as directed by supervisors, regarding medication and care updates to support continuity of care Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where residents, employees, and families feel respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Salary-History Statement: Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We do not request or consider an applicant’s past or current salary when making compensation decisions, in compliance with applicable salary history and pay equity laws. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Demands and Work Environment The 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 X Walk X Sit X Pushing, pulling and/or reaching X Grasping and fine manipulation X Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Talk or hear X Taste or smell X Lifts Weight or Exerts Force 20% or less 20% to 40% 40% to 60% 60% to 80% 80% to 100% Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X More than 100 pounds X The Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

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