Medication Technician (FT)

Job Description

• The Medication Tech / CNA @ The Cardinal at North Hills is responsible for the delivery of quality care by encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. Medication Technician **Must have a CNA certification*
• 2nd (3p-11p) 3rd shift (11pm-7am) *
• Pay Range $21/hr - $23 +/hr (MT/CNA Combo) Paid Vacation/ Free Meal each shift CNA: must be licensed in North Carolina verifiable through online registry MT: must be a licensed Medication Aide verifiable through online registry Must be able to provide certificate of completion of 10-hour and 5-hour or 15-hour Medication Technician Certification course (we will certify after 90 days of solid employment) What will I do every day as a MT? Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to supervisor Assist residents with simple requests as needed Document and report changes of condition Provide medication set up and assistance Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders and communicate any concerns Track all medications and re-order as needed Track residence vital signs, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection, ambulation, etc. What will I need to be successful in this role? Bring a smile to work every day Be a great team player High school education or GED equivalent preferred Nursing assistant course completion Special Requirements/Certifications I may need? First Aid certification and CPR, if required Must meet state training requirements and/or certifications Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) What will I do every day? Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to supervisor Assist residents with simple requests as needed Document and report changes of condition Provide medication set up and assistance Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders and communicate any concerns Track all medications and re-order as needed Track residence vital signs, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection, ambulation, etc. What will I need to be successful in this role? Bring a smile to work every day Be a great team player Be a high school graduate Have a completed a Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required) Special Requirements/Certifications I may need? Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements) Have current First Aid and CPR certification Have completed the required training, and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications CNA if required by state What’s in it for me? (Great Question!) Competitive pay A free meal per shift Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only) Matching 401k (Full-time only) Paid Time Off Rewards and Bonus Opportunities Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities What do we do? We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years. All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements *Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer