Medication Technician 2-10p - La Sonora at Dove Mountain

Frontier Senior Living is seeking an outstanding Medication Technician for the La Sonora at Dove Mountain located in Marana, Arizona.

Shift hours:  2p - 10p ($2 differential)  

Frontier Senior Living's portfolio of communities spans throughout the United States with each community sharing a commitment to superior service and quality lifestyle for our residents within their own unique setting. Frontier's mission is to provide an enriched and meaningful experience for our residents, team members, and community partners. If you are as committed and passionate about serving the needs of our senior residents as we are, we encourage you to apply and experience the Frontier Difference.

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 protocol

• Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information

• Notifies Resident Care Coordinator/Executive Director/RN of resident changes of condition

• Assists with monthly medication records as needed

• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and restocking of the Med room and Med cart

• Has 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 /RN

• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights

• Fill-in for the receptionist as directed by Executive Director/Resident Care Coordinator

• Fill in for a caregiver when needed

• Capable of assisting in care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 pounds

• Work as manager on duty as directed by Executive Director/ Resident Care Coordinator

• Keep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management staff

Other Requirements:

• High school graduate preferred

• Caregiver/Medication Technician Certified 

• Proficiency in English required

• Attends in-services monthly required for position

• Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. We are willing to train!

Frontier Senior Living offers a competitive salary and a work environment that encourages initiative and fosters respect. Frontier Senior Living, LLC offers medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a competitive Match program. To discover more about the Frontier Senior Living team, please visit our site at www.frontiermgmt.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Drug-Free Workplace