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Medication Technician (Part-Time)

The Ridge at Sterling

Sterling, Virginia

Shift
8-hour rotating

Posted Aug 21 · Not open to new grads

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
8-hour rotating
Weekends
Every other weekend
Term
Per Diem
Setting
Long Term Care
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
VA nursing median $44/hr

VA nursing postings that state pay run $30/hr to $59/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $50/hr, across 639 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Overtime
$24/hr

About this role

We’re looking for Med Techs (Registered Medication Aide in Virginia) to join our Care team!

Responsibilities

  • Provide assistance (or reminders) with activities of daily living, including grooming, oral hygiene, bath/shower, hair cleaning and brushing, and transferring to and from activities and meals, as needed
  • Ensure clients receive their medication on time
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  • Lift and/or transfer residents as needed.
  • Assist in meal preparation/presentation, serving to resident, and other dining related responsibilities, record and report changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
  • Record and report changes in resident's condition to the supervisor including but not limited to changes in resident's ability to perform activities of daily living, skin changes, bruising, etc.
  • Daily follow up on bath schedules and vital signs (blood pressure, weight, and respiration, etc.)
  • Immediately report all incidents or accident involving residents to the Resident
  • Follow proper procedures in emergency situations and respond promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.

Requirements

  • Must be a Registered Medication Aide in Virginia.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Med Tech.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid CPR certification
  • Speak, read, and understand the English language
  • Committed to health & safety
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • A positive and compassionate attitude
  • Physical stamina
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Work

Schedule

  • Saturday, Sunday and Monday
  • 3:00pm - 11:30pm
  • 11:00pm - 7:30am
  • Must work alternating weekends.

EEOC Statement

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

  • Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
  • Are you willing to take a drug test, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Work Location: In person

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Requirements: Must be a Registered Medication Aide in Virginia. Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Med Tech. Must have or be able to obtain a valid CPR certification Speak, read, and understand the English l· from this posting

Requirements

  • Must be a Registered Medication Aide in Virginia.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Med Tech.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid CPR certification
  • Speak, read, and understand the English language
  • Committed to health & safety
  • Well-organized and reliable
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  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • A positive and compassionate attitude
  • Physical stamina
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Place

City
Sterling, Virginia
Median rent
$2,138/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$123,303/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
1% above the national average

Virginia index 101.1, where 100 is the national average.

Sterling is a suburban community in Loudoun County, Virginia, situated near Dulles International Airport and about 30 miles west of Washington, D.C. The area offers a quieter residential setting with convenient access to Northern Virginia's growing healthcare corridor and major metropolitan amenities.

Map showing the location of Sterling, VA
Approximate location in Sterling, VA. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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