Medication Tech 3-11pm (Georgia cert)

Company Overview

Benton House is dedicated to providing exceptional assistedliving and memory care services, ensuring that seniors maintain theirindependence, dignity, and choice. Our communities are designed to fosterhappiness and health, allowing residents to continue contributing to theirlives and the lives of others.

Summary

50% of Seniors at Home Do Not Take Medications Correctly. Med Techs Save Lives!

Choosing to serve as a Certified Med Tech or Medication Aide is truly heroic work and one of the most important benefits a senior living community offers.

Not only do half of seniors not take medications correctly at home. Nearly one in five senior hospitalizations are medication related. As a Med Tech at Benton House, we believe you are literally saving lives.

This is just one of the reasons we hold our care team in such high regard and give them such a voice in our company. Make no mistake, we believe every role has value and every person has purpose. But we do hold our care team in special esteem.

Why Choose Benton House

Our team says it is because of our culture. They have voted usa  Great Place to Work 4 consecutive years.  Fortunemagazine national Top 50 Place to Work.  We are therecipient of  multiple national Resident and Family Satisfactionawards, including Pinnacle QI and Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Carefrom US News and World Report.  We also enjoy many local“Best of” awards. Working at Benton House means working with pride.

We offer more than compensation and benefits. We also offer 4key elements that every person seeks in a work role.

Respect -For everyindividual regardless of role. Have a real voice in the direction of ourcompany.

Recognition -Real appreciationfor the service you provide. True investments made for your contributions-regularly.

Responsibility -Freedom in yourrole. Opportunities for advancement (Nearly 10% of our team is promotedannually.)

Reward -Full compensationand benefits package. Pride. A sense of connection. Leaders that inspire. Aplace you can be yourself, your best self.

Whether you are newly certified, or a seasoned veteran, if you are looking for a place to serve where you will be respected, appreciated, and have opportunities to grow, consider Benton House.

THANK YOU  for your
service to our nation’s seniors and we wish you all the best in your
professional search.

Benefits include :

• Paid Mealtime with Complimentary Meals
• Access Pay Early with ZayZoon
• 96 hours Vacation
• Annual Sick Pay Payout
• Annual New Car Drawing twice a year
• Health, Dental,Vision and Life Insurance policies
• Wellness Rewards Program
• 401k RetirementPlan
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Promotion Opportunities
• And much, much more!!!

Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide vital support by assisting residents with their medication management in a supportive, safe, and effective manner while ensuring compliance with all health regulations and standards. This role is crucial in promoting optimal health outcomes for our residents.

• Administer prescribed medications to residents as per physician's orders and in accordance with agency policies and procedures
• Monitor residents for any side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report concerns to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all medications administered, including dosages and timing.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for all residents.
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper functioning of medication storage areas.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Participate in training and professional development activities as required.
• Observe and report any changes in residents' conditions to the healthcare team.
• Be available to assist residents with activities of daily living, as needed

Requirements

• Georgia Certification as a Medication Technician
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to senior care.
• Ability to observe and monitor resident conditions effectively.
• Knowledge of dementia care practices is a plus.
• Basic understanding of medication interactions/side effects and vital sign monitoring is beneficial.
• CPR and First Aid Certified (or willingness to obtain).

If you are passionate about making a difference in thelives of seniors, we invite you to apply for the Certified Medication Technician position at Benton House today!