Medication Technician - NOC Shift

Position Summary

The Medication Technician provides medication services and direct resident care, assisting in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents. The Technician assists residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, laundry, and other daily chores.

• Responsible for the daily operation of the medication room and medication services as directed by the Health Services Director (HSD) and in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Processes physician medication and treatment orders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Administers and assists with the self‑administration of routine and non‑routine medications in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and the nurse practice act.
• Completes simple treatments and monitors residents as directed by the HSD in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
• Maintains accurate records of medication and treatment services provided or omitted, including controlled substances, in each resident’s clinical record.
• Coordinates with pharmacies for medication orders and refills.
• Reports all medication errors per policy.
• Reports and records changes in resident condition, incidents and accidents to HSD, physician and family members as indicated under the direction of the HSD, completing all incident forms.
• Routinely communicates with physicians, pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication and care services.
• Provides direct resident care while promoting the resident’s dignity, independence and choice, regularly observing residents’ physical and mental conditions and reporting changes to the HSD or Executive Director.
• Assists with or provides care services as directed by the resident’s cooperative service plan.
• Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously, respecting dignity, confidentiality standards, and promoting individual rights.
• Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices, promptly reporting unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
• Serves meals in the dining room, assists residents at mealtime, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean‑up and maintenance.
• Assists in lifting, moving and transporting residents using proper body mechanics or assistive devices as directed by the resident’s cooperative service plan.
• Assists with tours, move‑ins, move‑outs, and transfers, coordinating personal care services with coworkers and responding promptly to assistance pages.
• Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures per policy and state regulations.
• Properly stores medications and equipment, keeping the medication room clean and orderly.
• Removes outdated or discontinued medications to return to the pharmacy or dispose of them per policy.
• Attends and participates in training, in‑services, and staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.
• Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents’ families, visitors, and staff.
• Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records.
• Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.

One or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred or required by state regulations. Must hold state‑required medication pass certification or other required certification, complete state‑required delegation and/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication pass competency. Must have word processing skills, current CPR certification, First Aid training, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations. Must complete all state‑required trainings as necessary.

High school diploma or GED or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, reflecting different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints.