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Job Summary:
The Medication Technician will assist the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in the care facility.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer the Supportive Care function which assists residents with activities of daily living.
- Order medications, dispense medications, and maintain medication administration records.
- Assist with serving meals at mealtimes and snacks at snack time.
- Assist with Activities Program.
- Attend monthly in-service provided by the facility- one hour a month, twelve hours per year.
- Maintain current first aid and CPR
- Receive special training on caring for residents with dementia.
- Receive special training on caring for residents with developmental disabilities which includes Program Design, the Individual Program Plan (IPP), and recording progress toward the IPP goals
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 18 years of age
- Six months of prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review
- Current training in first aid and CPR
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
- Able to lift 100 pounds to assist fallen residents.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
- May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.), and chemical hazards.
SPECIAL SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM THE JOB
- Have the personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.
- Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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