Med Tech

Position Title

Medication Technician

• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED.
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, may be called back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents’ family members and loved ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

• Responsible for the accurate and timely distribution and documentation of medication for residents in accordance with each resident’s physician’s orders and applicable regulations.
• Assist residents in maintaining their total wellbeing by following the established Plan of Care, providing assistance with activities of daily living, social activities, dietary assistance, and Viva Senior Living’s philosophies.
• Supervise and care for residents on a daily basis according to residents’ needs.
• Aid with activities of daily living.
• Assist with bathing, shower, and shampoo if necessary.
• Help with dressing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair and fingernail care if needed.
• Observe, supervise, and record resident self‑administration of prescribed medications.
• Report refusals and/or reactions to supervisor on duty.
• Direct residents and family members to appropriate staff for other needs or information.
• Order meal trays for residents when needed.
• Report and record observations of changes in residents’ condition to director or supervisor in the daily logbook; transfer relevant information to the next shift through the shift‑to‑shift verbal report.
• Implement personal care plans for each resident.
• Be patient and understanding in communicating with staff, residents, and visitors; speak slowly and clearly; refer families to director or supervisor regarding status of residents when unsure of status.
• Provide assistance in the dining room as needed.
• Administer medication as directed by supervisor.
• Answer emergency calls promptly and courteously, completing required paperwork afterward.
• Retrieve soiled linen and personal clothing from resident living areas; sort and pre‑soak linens as required before processing through washing machines.
• Responsible for general upkeep and cleanliness of a resident’s room: empty waste baskets, wipe up spills, wash dishes, put away clothes, check refrigerator for spoiled food, make beds, change linens.
• Check for unsecured throw rugs and extension cords.
• Observe condition of room/apartment and report anything in need of repair to maintenance.
• Document clearly and objectively in logbook and other documents.
• Participate in in‑service educational programs as required by the community and state.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.
• Proof of full COVID‑19 vaccination required with exceptions for medical and religious accommodations.

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.