Job Description

Medication Technician

Status: PRN ONLY

Location: Avamere at Waterford - 760 Spring St. Medford, OR 97504

Apply online at TeamAvamere.com

The primary purpose of this position is to provide each resident with routine daily health services.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the Director of Health Services and according to the policies, procedures and practices of the facility.
• Provide care to residents following the service plan and assist in updating each resident’s service plan.
• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance.
• Assist with daily ADL’s such as bathing, dressing and eating.
• Document and communicate any changes pertaining to residents and complete all reports in a timely matter.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience administering medications in accordance with established clinical standards and requirements of this state.
• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with residents of this nature.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must have an active CPR/BLS Certification

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503

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