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Adventist Health is more than an award-winning health system. We provide
whole-person care to our communities and champion the greater good -
from the operating room to the boardroom, we are driven by our unique
passion to live God's love through health, wholeness and hope. From
Oregon to Oahu, we have a calling to always do more. Now is your chance
to apply your passion to our mission.Yuba County is California's gateway to the historic Mother Lode Country,
with a diverse landscape that boasts grand rivers, thriving farmland,
friendly communities and numerous recreational possibilities that extend
into the Sierra foothills. Sutter County is home for the Sutter Buttes,
known as the Smallest Mountain Range in the World. Considered "sister
cities" our communities have that small town feel so many people are
seeking. Our rivers, lakes, mountains, year-round festivals and fairs,
entertainment, diverse recreation opportunities, hunting, camping,
hiking, boating, fishing, community events, fine dining establishments,
first-rate lodging, bikeways, and historic downtown shopping makes the
Yuba and Sutter Counties a great place to live. With a lower cost of
living, you can enjoy California life with Tahoe, Napa or the Bay Area
only being a 2-hour drive.We're looking for someone to join our team as a Medication Technician
(Extended Care) who: performs routine duties in caring for residents
and assists residents with medications under direction of nurse manager.
Assists with medication and treatment services within scope of
regulatory guidelines.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS? Assists residents with medications within scope of regulatory
requirements under the supervision of the nurse manger. Acts as a
departmental resource and assists in resolving problems of the unit with
the nurse manager.? Verifies patient identity and records medicine given, dosage and
time of administration in patient medical records. Collects
non-invasive body fluid specimens and observes patient to detect
response to medication.? Serves as mentor to a new caregiver by providing orientation,
assisting with training and making recommendations to nursing
administration and nurse manger. Participates in Quality Assurance
Programs.? Assists in scheduling daily assignments sheets and assures
completion of all assigned charting and daily responsibilities of
resident care. May assist with medication inventory or stockroom
maintenance.? Assists with stripping and making residents' beds, resident
laundry, serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.? Performs other job-related duties as assigned.You'll be successful with the following qualifications:Education:? High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred? Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of
education/related experience: PreferredWork Experience:? Two years' experience in an assisted living or skill nursing
facility: PreferredRequired Licenses/Certifications:? First Aid Certification: Required? Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification: PreferredUnit Specific Requirements:? Possess a genuine interest and concern for geriatric or disabled
persons: Preferred? Ability to do detailed work correctly and function under and
handle stress: Preferred? Ability to set priorities and organize in a timely manner:
Preferred