Medication Technician

Glendale -Mariposa, CA
Full Time
Glen Park Glendale Mariposa
Entry Level
Medication Technician – Join the Glen Park Senior Living Team!
Join Our Team and Enjoy Great Benefits! $500 Hiring Bonus Offered!

As a leader in the senior housing industry, Glen Park is looking for caregivers that are enthusiastic about providing compassionate care for seniors in an assisted living environment. Glen Park’s mission is to provide quality dignified care and to create a supportive healthy social environment for our residents to thrive in.

Job Summary:
As a Caregiver/Medication Technician, you will be responsible for assisting with the daily needs of our residents in an Assisted Living Facility, providing medication administration, and ensuring the comfort and safety of residents under your care.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Medication Administration: Administer medications to residents in compliance with Title 22 regulations and physician instructions. Monitor residents' medication records and report any errors to the Lead Medication Technician/Administrator.
  • Basic Care Assistance: Provide assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
  • Order and Reorder Medications: Ensure residents have timely access to medications by placing and tracking medication orders.
  • Documentation & Communication: Maintain accurate, progressive documentation and regularly communicate with physicians and medical professionals.
  • Resident Scheduling: Schedule and coordinate doctor’s appointments for residents as needed.
  • Engagement and Support: Work with medical professionals to promote resident engagement, reduce pain, and maintain independence.
  • Maintain a Safe Environment: Ensure a clean and safe environment for both residents and staff.
  • Emergency Response: Stay composed and take appropriate action during emergencies.
  • Ensure that residents stay stress-free as much as possible by working with medical professionals in regard to reducing pain while promoting engagement and independence.
For Residents with Developmental Disabilities:
  • Align performance with the facility’s Program Design.
  • Complete specialized training for working with these residents.
  • Achieve goals outlined in each resident's Individual Program Plan (IPP).
  • Maintain detailed progress notes to track accomplishments of IPP objectives.
​​​​​​​What We Require:
  • Live-Scan Fingerprint Clearance
  • CPR/First Aide Certificate
  • Negative TB Test and Health Screening 
  • Must also have previous experience as a caregiver who is familiar with managing 20 plus residents within an 8hr shift.
In-person work location:
Glen Park at Mariposa, located at 1220 Mariposa St. Glendale CA 91205.
Available Shift:
PM Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Flexible schedule based on facility needs)
Weekdays and Weekends
Glen Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do pre-employment background checks, employment verification, and reference checks.

Job Type: Full-time 
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Dental and vision benefits.
  • Medical plan options with employer contribution.
  • Paid vacation time.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Retirement pension plan
  • Paid holidays, including major holidays.
Benefits are provided according to company policy and are subject to the terms outlined in the employee handbook.

Medical specialties:
  • Geriatrics
Physical setting:
  • Long term care

Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

 
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