Med Tech - MC - FT - All Shifts - PA Certification Required

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR), provides personal care and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensures delivery of care and services to all residents in the community to include Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities and dining services and individual service plan need of each assigned resident.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR); Provide personal care and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned; Ensure delivery of care and services to all residents to include Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities and dining services, and individual service plan needs of each assigned resident; Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Memory Care Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines; Count and sign on approved form all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys; Order all necessary medication and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy or notify responsible party when supply is no less than 7 days; Notify supervisor when supply is less than 2 days and medicine hasn't been received; Receive and verify all medicine is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR; Properly store all medications, keeping lotions, ointments and liquids separate from oral medications; Date all appropriate vials or bottles at time of initial opening; Conduct weekly inspections of all medications and remove expired medications; Verify current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time; Remove discontinued medication from med cart and give it to the supervisor; Provide personal care including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating; Provide general nursing care including vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights; Document appropriate information in the daily log and notify supervisor of all concerns; Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned; Clean all medicine carts daily at end of shift and restock as needed; Deep clean all med carts weekly; Attend and participate in staff training and in-services; Maintain accurate records, including preparation of medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring the medical record is complete within forty-eight (48) hours

Requirements

A High School Diploma or General Education Degree, or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 1+ months of experience; Senior Living experience preferred; Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations; Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties; Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; Excellent interpersonal and communications skills; Superior time management skills; Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors

Nice to have

Senior Living experience

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, vision; retirement benefits; short-term disability; long-term disability; paid time off; access to earned but unpaid wages through DailyPay