PRN Med tech 7-3 Shift

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Medication Technician – PRN

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City

Position Type: PRN (As Needed)

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Department: Wellness

Reports To: Director of Health & Wellness / Wellness Nurse

Position Summary

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and qualified Medication Technician to join our Wellness team on a PRN basis. The Medication Technician is responsible for safely administering medications, assisting residents with daily care needs, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting the overall health and well-being of our residents.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, reliability, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for working with older adults.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Medication Administration

• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders, resident service plans, and Maryland regulations.
• Complete medication passes accurately and within designated timeframes.
• Document all medications administered on the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
• Monitor residents for medication side effects, refusals, and changes in condition.
• Report medication errors, missed doses, and concerns immediately to the appropriate nurse or supervisor.
• Maintain medication carts and medication storage areas in a clean, organized, and secure manner.
• Monitor medication supplies and communicate refill needs.
• Receive and properly secure pharmacy deliveries.
• Follow all procedures regarding medication storage, disposal, and controlled substances.

Resident Care Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
• Assist caregivers with resident care when the community is short staffed.
• Monitor resident safety and report changes in condition.
• Assist with showers, dressing, grooming, and other personal care needs as assigned.
• Ensure resident laundry and shower responsibilities are completed as assigned.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Provide compassionate and respectful care to residents and families.

Documentation and Communication

• Complete all required resident documentation and charting accurately and timely.
• Review assigned shift responsibilities to ensure tasks are completed.
• Communicate outstanding tasks and resident concerns during shift change.
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, nurses, and other departments.
• Notify management of resident concerns, incidents, and changes in condition.

Additional Shift Responsibilities

• 7 AM–3 PM: Complete morning medication passes, review overnight reports, assist with resident care, and follow up on scheduled showers and documentation.
• 3 PM–11 PM: Complete afternoon and evening medication passes, assist with resident care, and verify assigned showers, laundry, and documentation.
• 11 PM–7 AM: Complete overnight medication responsibilities, collect and verify pharmacy deliveries, ensure resident laundry and scheduled showers have been completed, review caregiver charting for completeness, and set up dining room tables for breakfast.

All Medication Technicians are expected to assist with resident care regardless of assigned shift.

Qualifications

• Current Maryland Medication Technician certification or required state-recognized training and authorization.
• Experience working in assisted living or senior care preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration and documentation procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Compassion, patience, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including assisting residents with mobility and personal care.

PRN Employment Expectations

• PRN employees work on an as-needed basis to support staffing needs.
• Availability may include weekdays, weekends, holidays, and various shifts.
• Employees are expected to communicate availability and respond to scheduling requests in a timely manner.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• PRN employees must maintain all required certifications and training.

Compensation

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

This is a PRN position with hours scheduled based on community staffing needs.