Medication Technician

Maple Knoll Communities

Grand Rapids, MIOn-siteFull time
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Pay
$18 to $24
an hour
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 27
1 day ago
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About the company

Maple Knoll Communities

Non-profit organization management · 501 to 1,000 employees

At Clark Retirement, we offer a seamless transition between levels of care, giving our residents access to comprehensive support and services as their needs evolve.

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What you'll do

  • Distribute medication and provide treatments and personal care
  • Assist with activities of daily living for elderly residents
  • Order, store, distribute and document medications
  • Communicate appropriate information to family members
  • Provide treatments and other medical interventions according to physicians orders
  • Maintain necessary documentation and charting
  • Assume the role of Care Partner as needed
  • Report changes in conditions or behaviors to nurses

What you need

  • Have a passion for providing compassionate, resident-centered care
  • Be detail-oriented and organized
  • Be able to follow established medication administration protocols accurately
  • Communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, families, and team members
  • Demonstrate patience, empathy, and reliability

Key skills

medication administration protocolsCommunicate clearlyDetail-orientedorganizedpatienceempathyreliability

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Perks

  • Health benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401K with matching contributions
  • tuition reimbursement
  • scholarships
  • On-site gym
  • Employee Assistance Program

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At Clark Retirement, we offer a seamless transition between levels of care, giving our residents access to comprehensive support and services as their needs evolve. Our Medication Technicians play a vital role in ensuring that residents receive safe, compassionate, and person-centered care every day. As a Medication Technician, you won’t simply assist with medications — you’ll help maintain a safe and nurturing environment while supporting residents’ daily health and comfort. You’ll work closely with licensed nurses and care staff to administer medications, observe residents’ conditions, document changes, and communicate with residents and families as needed. Your attentiveness and dedication will help create a community where residents feel valued, supported, and cared for. Clark Retirement is a place where staff grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence in care, and we provide opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. As a BHI Senior Living Community, the staff at Clark Retirement are united in mission, we lead with compassion and provide opportunities to grow and thrive professionally. Why You’ll Love Working Here: At Clark Retirement, we know a fulfilling career is about more than a paycheck. We offer: We offer paid on the job training and med pass certification! $18.25 is the starting pay and once you pass our medication class after approximately 30 days of on-the-floor orientation, there is an increase to $20.25. Opportunities for continued education to earn up to $24/hour! Health benefits for full- and part-time team members (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short-Term Disability) Paid Time Off from day one and Holiday Pay 401K with matching contributions Professional development, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training programs to help you grow and thrive On-site gym, on-site pool, daily pay option, telehealth, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A supportive, team-oriented environment that values excellence in care and encourages staff to lead with compassion. In This Role You Will: Distribute medication and provides treatments, personal care and assists with activities of daily living for elderly residents Order medications. Stores, distributes and documents all prescription and over the counter medication given to residents per protocols and as ordered by the physician Communicate appropriate information to family members Provide treatments, changes dressings, checks blood sugars, oxygen and vitals and other medical interventions according to physicians orders Maintain all necessary documentation and charting in a timely and accurate manner Assume the role of Care Partner (resident aide) as needed Take direction from Supervisor, asks for help when needed, supports team members Report changes in conditions or behaviors to nurses in a timely manner Shift Details: We are primarily hiring for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Shift time begins at 2:00pm - 10:00pm at Franklin and 3:00pm - 11:00pm at Keller Lake There are limited 1st shift opportunities at this time Who You Are: Have a passion for providing compassionate, resident-centered care. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow established medication administration protocols accurately Communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, families, and team members, and you demonstrate patience, empathy, and reliability in all interactions. Take pride in supporting residents’ well-being, maintaining high standards of safety, and contributing to a positive, collaborative care environment Clark Retirement is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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