Certified Med Technician
- Full-time
- Job Location: RiverWoods
- Job Category: Nursing
- Compensation: USD 16 - USD 16.55 - hourly
Company Description
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- Riverview Manor on the RiverWoods campus (Lewisburg, PA)
- Personal Care Home
- 38 units with 44 total Beds
- Hourly Rate: $16 per hour
- Full-time Opportunity
Job Description
A Certified Med Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents. This position demands unwavering attention to detail, strict adherence to protocols, and a commitment to providing exceptional care. We offer a competitive benefits package and generous salary starting at $16 per hour. This position requires availability for weekends and holidays as needed.
- Provide essential assistance to residents with activities of daily living, maintaining their dignity and independence.
- Administer medications with utmost precision and safety, including oral, ophthalmic, optic, nasal, rectal, and topical forms, as prescribed by the physician.
- Implement a rigorous three-step verification process before administering any medication:
- Confirm resident identity
- Verify correct medication
- Ensure proper dosage, form, route, timing, and frequency (e.g., 1 hour after meals)
- Maintain strict compliance with medication labeling requirements to prevent potential errors.
- Uphold the highest standards of care and safety in all aspects of medication management and resident interaction.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma required
- Completion of a recognized Medication Administration course is a plus
Experience
- 1 year experience or training, preferably working with older adults or in the retirement housing industry
Important Note: A comprehensive pre-employment background check is mandatory and will be conducted prior to employment.
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.