Medication Technician with The Residence at Voorhees
LCB Senior Living·Voorhees Township, New Jersey
LCB Senior Living·Voorhees Township, New Jersey
Dispense unit dose medications and maintain accurate records while assisting residents with activities of daily living. Monitor resident health status and facilitate cognitive and social programming to enhance resident well-being.
Prior to being assigned regular duties, each MA/LMNA/MT shall successfully complete the community's and any State required orientation training program. Dispense unit dose medications, making the required record entries at appropriate times, and making the appropriate notifications to the nurse concerning self-administered medications (as specified by state regulations and Community Policy and Procedure). Order and receive medications per State regulation and LCB policies and procedures. Assisting the Residents with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including toileting, dressing, bathing, eating and walking; as described in the service plan. Monitors for changes in resident needs, preferences and health status. Reports/documents any noticed changes at once to the RN or designee. Assisting Residents with clothing and laundry needs as per the service plan. Supervise or assist Residents with activity programs. Assisting Residents in going to bed at night, when necessary. Assisting Residents with keeping their units neat, clean and orderly. Answering emergency calls and attending to the Residents needs promptly. All MAs/LMNAs/MTs are required to participate in the community's regularly scheduled on-going in- service training programs. Upon request of the Resident Care Director, MAs/LMNAs/MTs shall participate in specialized staff training programs and mandatory education requirements dictated by state regulations. Assists with escorting residents to meals and activities as needed. Documents both scheduled and unscheduled service that are provided, including incidents, behaviors, and out of the ordinary events, including a residents refusal of services. Inputs information in to the community computer tracking system regarding services provided to residents. Conducts and facilitates programming, including therapeutic groups and individual interaction, that offer cognitive stimulation, socialization, physical activity and spiritual connection. LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy: LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. QualificationsJob Qualifications:
Ability to use computer for documenting services provided. Shall be fluent in the ability to communicate in the English language, both oral and written Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing or demonstrate the ability to learn data input.
Must have completed the course, as required by State Regulation to administer medication, CPR and First Aide training as mandated by the State employed.
Must hold a CNA/CHHA certification in New Jersey and a Medication Technician or Medication Aide certification. Requires CPR and First Aid training and the physical ability to lift at least 15 lbs and assist residents.
Market context
Medication Technician roles in New Jersey are often tied to senior living and assisted care settings, where employers look for candidates who can support residents safely and follow medication procedures. These positions are competitive because they typically require a current NJ CNA/CHHA license, Medication Technician or Medication Aide certification, and CPR/First Aid training, along with the ability to assist residents physically. Before applying, confirm your credentials match the posting and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time.
