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$17/hr–$19/hr
Part-time
high school, professional certificate
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, HRA, FSA
Posted 16d ago
Apply by Jul 22
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Medication Technician is responsible for the safe and accurate administration of medications and treatments to residents. Additionally, the role involves providing compassionate personal care and assisting with activities of daily living.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and pass the Elderwood Medication Technician test. A high school diploma and certification in home health aide services are preferred.
Full job description
Salary
$17.00 / hr - $19.50 / hr
Overview
Medication Technician
Pay: $17.00 - $19.50/hour (based on experience)
Location: Elderwood Village at Colonie | 626 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110
Care with Confidence. Make Every Dose Count.
If you're passionate about caring for older adults and take pride in providing safe, compassionate support, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
At Elderwood Village at Colonie, you'll join a close-knit, resident-focused community where every team member plays an important role in enhancing the health, comfort, and independence of those we serve. Our beautifully renovated 94-bed assisted living community offers a supportive work environment where you'll be valued, encouraged, and empowered to grow your career.
Why Join Elderwood?
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, HRA & FSA
Paid Time Off
Employee Referral Program
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Meaningful work that positively impacts residents every day
Position Overview
As a Medication Technician, you'll work closely with our nursing team to ensure residents receive safe, timely medication assistance while also providing compassionate personal care. This role combines clinical responsibility with relationship-building, helping residents maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is...
Compassionate and resident-focused
Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
Confident administering medications safely and accurately
A strong communicator with residents, families, and healthcare professionals
Calm under pressure and able to prioritize changing resident needs
Team-oriented with exceptional customer service skills
Committed to providing respectful, high-quality care
At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People. If you're looking for a career where compassion meets clinical excellence, we'd love to have you join the team at Elderwood Village at Colonie.
Join Our Team
Join our strong and growing company today!
Responsibilities
Medication Technician Essential Job Functions:
Directs/assists with safe, proper administration of medication to assigned residents.
Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five (5) rights as applicable.
Responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of controlled substance medications, ensures proper placement, labeling and use of medication stored by facility and medication room refrigerator.
Responsible for responding immediately to resident’s requests.
Performs timely and accurate documentation according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position. (E.g.: e-interact, change in condition, transfer, STOP and WATCH).
Reports to Director of Nursing and/or licensed professional any unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Contacts MD/NP/PA for orders or updates for change in condition and updates resident’s representative/emergency contact.
Transfers residents out when indicated for evaluation.
Participates in Change-of-Shift Report and is responsible for bringing nursing personnel of next shift up to date about the care and needs of residents.
Performs all position duties according to safety rules and standards of practice required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents, and visitors of this facility.
Implements emergency procedures in a correct and efficient manner.
Performs timely and accurate documentation according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position.
Assists residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care, individual needs, and care preferences:
Bathing
Dressing
Eating
Exercise
Housekeeping
Meal Preparation
Assisting with Medical Supplies/Equipment (supervision only)
Positioning (supervision only)
Grooming
Toileting
Transferring (supervision only)
Personal Emergency Response
Routine Skin Care
Laundering of Clothing
Notifies supervisor of changes in resident’s condition or needs:
Receives report about status of residents from nurse prior to providing care.
Follows plans of care in providing daily living and personal care services for residents.
Informs nurse after providing personal care services and weighing residents and other services or tasks as assigned.
Maintains facility standards for resident care by:
Maintaining knowledge of and protecting rights of residents.
Ensuring that all residents are treated with respect and kindness.
Reporting to the nurse in charge about facility equipment that needs repair, unsafe condition in room or on floor, or personal needs of residents.
Completing at least twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually to reinforce or enrich knowledge of resident needs and care.
Showing respect for personal possessions of residents and helping maintain an orderly and pleasant environment on the floor for staff and residents.
Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
Assists with service in the dining room for all meals as needed.
Maintains facility standards for service and customer service focus techniques.
Informs nurse responsible for the care of resident and documents duties performed as necessary before leaving for break or end of shift.
Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred in-services.
Applies and utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
Displays genuine concern for elderly population, is dependable, patient with a compassionate attitude and respectful demeanor.
Completion of Resident Care Assistant (RCA) training on Relias. Twenty-two modules and scoring 80% or better on post tests within 21 days from start date.
Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.
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Qualifications
Medication Technician Educational Requirements and Qualifications:
Minimum 18 years of age
Proof of successful completion of a medication technician training program within the last 12 months preferred
Must pass Elderwood Medication Technician test
Certification by an approved basic training program in home health aide services and possess written evidence of such certification is preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Long term care experience preferred
*If working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), a CNA or LNA is required.
Medication Technician Educational Skills/Competencies:
Strong verbal communication skills
Able to assist with and operate a wheelchair
Exceptional attention to detail
Exceptional customer service skills
Displays empathy and willingness to work as a team
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
Related keywords
Medication TechnicianAssisted LivingLong Term CareFive Rights of Medication AdministrationControlled SubstancesADLsHIPAAPPEResident Care AssistantReliasE-interactHealthcare
Elderwood is a leading provider of care for seniors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. Offering a wide range of services across a continuum of high-quality facilities, Elderwood is consistently recognized for quality and value.
Service lines include independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with specialty services such as subacute rehab, memory care, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac telemetry, wound therapy, ventilator care and oncology care. Elderwood’s affiliates provide additional services including home care, pharmacy and prescription delivery, medical transportation, and managed long-term care services.
At Elderwood, we’re not just a location providing a service—we’re people caring for people. That’s why in everything we do, we put the wellbeing of our residents and their families first. Through our comprehensive services, professional staff, and person-centered approach, we’re committed to providing the highest level of care in order to maintain our residents’ health and wellness.
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