AlmaVia of Camarillo - Medication Technician / Med Assistant (Memory Care) - Full Time

AlmaVia of Camarillo

An Elder Care Alliance Community

Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training

$19.32 to $20.86 Hourly DOE 

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?

AlmaVia of Camarillo is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community in the heart of Ventura County, part of the Elder Care Alliance family. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do. 

About This Career Opportunity

A Medication Technician/Medications Assistant:

• Responsible for dispensing resident’s medications, administering prescribed treatments, and maintaining medication documentation and control.
• Demonstrates an understanding of safety procedures and precautions regarding the resident.
• Identifies any side effects or problems, and reports refusals to Supervisor and physician.
• Maintains thorough documents.
• Participates in medication audits.

Overview

The Medication Technician/Medications Assistant is responsible for dispensing resident’s medications, administering prescribed treatments, and maintaining medication documentation and control.

Responsibilities

ECA Core Competencies

• Consistently exhibits core competencies of: ECA Experience, Personal Appearance, Attendance, Resident Confidentiality, Licensing & Standards, In-service Education, Resident Compassion, and Safety.

Medicine Preparation & Distribution

• Prepares and passes medication for residents as ordered by a physician, reporting any medication errors, side effects or problems to supervisor or physician.
• Documents administration or refusal of medication in required format and style.

Medication Documentation

• Maintains documentation and communication log in accordance with required procedures, using electronic system when appropriate.
• Reorders meds as needed, following appropriate protocols.
• Following medication policies and procedures is responsible for the delivery, ordering, re-ordering, storage, documentation and destruction of medications.
• Insures that medication is available when needed through on time refills. Orders labs as necessary.

Treatment Administration

• Administers treatments in accordance with physician instructions.
• Identifies any side effects or problems, and reports refusals to Supervisor and physician.

Audits

• Completes MAR reviews, audits and updates as per procedure.
• Completes follow up to include items results from in house audits.

Resident Safety

• Demonstrates an understanding of safety procedures and precautions regarding the resident.
• Reports all incidents, accidents, unsafe or hazardous conditions to appropriate personnel. Responds to emergency situations, following proper emergency protocol.
• Takes vital signs and administers first aid in the event of illness.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Cleared Criminal Record clearance through the Department of Social Services prior to presence in the community.
  
• Health screening and TB test results not older than 6 months.
  
• Current First Aid Training and Certifications as per Title 22.
  
• Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient enough to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems.
• 6 months or more in long term care, home care or related field preferred.
  

 Here’s what you need

• Successful completion of Med Tech Training program.
• Minimum of six months experience in long term care, home care, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of computers and keyboarding in order to be successful with electronic health record systems.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English and the ability to successfully work in a multi-cultural environment.
  

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive *pay and phenomenal benefits. Subject to eligibility requirements benefits include:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans
• Flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement to promote your career advancement.
• ++much more

“Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status”