About the role
Medication Tech
- Shifts Available: Day, Evening and Nights
Location: Ovation Sienna Hills; 1525 East Ovation Place; Washington, UT 84780
Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com
Job Summary
The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
- Pass medications according to physician orders and in accordance with facility policy. - Administer accurately and timely. - Record medications administered in the resident’s record. - Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled. - Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room. - Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services. - Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders. - Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident’s needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned. - Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents’ needs - Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs. - Document information pertaining to changes in residents’ status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record. - Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy - Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN. - Participate in in-service education programs as assigned. - Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services. - Follow written and oral directions. - Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner. - Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision. - Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers. - Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures. - Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information. - Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
- Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility. - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment. - Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card. - Experience in electronic medical records documentation. - Must be 18 years or older. - Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
Benefits
At Ovation, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.
Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy) - Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time - Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees - 401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match - Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options - Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life) - Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs - Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone - Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)
Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
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