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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.