Medication Technician (ALF)
On-siteWilliamsville, New York, United States
Job Summary
Direct and assist residents with safe medication administration, personal care activities including bathing and dressing, and Activities of Daily Living. Administer treatments per physician orders while managing controlled substance storage and distribution. Provide immediate response to resident requests and document all care accurately using electronic systems. Transfer residents for evaluation when indicated and participate in shift handovers to update nursing staff on resident status. Maintain facility safety standards, implement emergency procedures, and support dining room service as needed. Complete required in-service training and adhere to HIPAA confidentiality policies.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must pass Elderwood Medication Technician test
- Certification by an approved basic training program in home health aide services
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Long term care experience
- 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
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level
- 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
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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