Medication Techncian - Los Angeles, United States - The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care

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Los Angeles, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care communities - where our residents are #1 and our team members shine

Medication Technician - Memory Care

Frontier Senior Living is seeking an outstanding
Medication Technician for
The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care community located in
Woodland Hills, California.

The
Medication Technician is responsible for all duties related to safely administering medications and treatments to the residents. This position requires legible, accurate documentation on the medication record and in the resident chart.

The Medication Technician position requires a responsible demeanor, caring nature and ability to contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Administers the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocolMaintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee's informationNotifies Resident Care Coordinator /Executive Director/RN of resident changes of conditionAssists with monthly medication records as neededMaintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cartHas knowledge of, and can demonstrate proper technique, or can learn how to assist with: a gait belt, sit to stand lift, transfer board, oxygen equipment, C-Pap, Nebulizer, catheter, specimen, transfer pole, trapeze, wheelchair, scale, and other equipment as directed by the Resident Care Coordinator /RNCapable of taking accurate vital signs and weightsFill-in for the receptionist as directed by Executive Director/Resident Care CoordinatorFill in for a caregiver when neededCapable of assisting in care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 poundsWork as manager on duty as directed by Executive Director/ Resident Care CoordinatorKeep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skillsPerforms other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff

Other Requirements:

High school graduate preferredProficiency in English requiredAttends in-services monthly required for positionHas familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population.

Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. We are willing to train

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Drug-Free Workplace