Med Tech

PT 5:45pm- 9:45pm

Purpose of the Med Tech Position:

Timely, accurate and safe administration of resident medications according to health professional’s orders. Assure that all aspects of the resident’s personal care and service plan are implemented while assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible.

Wage range:  $15.50 to $19.50 hourly

Certification:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA); Medical Assistant (MA); L.P.N. other credential or experience which prepares the individual to perform the duties required. Minimum of 18 years of age and high school diploma (or equivalent). Must have prior experience and be able to perform essential functions of this position physically and mentally. Ability to communicate effectively in English. Competency trained in proper administration of medications.

Timely and accurate administration of medications to residents as ordered by the licensed health care professional

Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration in the EMAR system

Follows proper protocol for reporting any medication related concerns

Accurately counts and documents medication inventory, including narcotics and controlled substances. Reorders medications timely to assure residents do not miss doses

Routine and non-routine communication with licensed health care professionals, pharmacy, hospice personnel, home health care personnel, and resident family members

Proper documentation of all communication relating to resident care, including changes in medication orders

Respond to resident requests for assistance, including “call lights”

Observe residents for any change in condition (physical, emotional, cognitive, or behavioral)

Communicate any change in condition to the supervisor

Comply with infection control protocols

Treat all residents with dignity and respect

Provide excellent care and service to the residents of this living center in accordance with their individual written plans of care and service.

Comply with Life Safety policies and periodic “drills”

Assist residents as needed to attend life enrichment events and meals.

Participate in training opportunities

Report safety and health hazards to the supervisor

Assist in dining room service

Comply with rules and regulations governing Homes for the Aged

Work cooperatively with others on the same shift and across shifts

Report to work as scheduled

Compliance with all Resident Rights including confidentiality

Compliance with all rules and regulations governing care of residents in a Home for the Aged

Able to lift 50#

Able to stand, bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, sit, kneel, pull, push, and walk long distances on hard surfaces, for extended periods of time.

Ability to push/pull medication cart.

Ability to assist residents in showers, toileting, transferring, and all aspects of personal care.

Emotional stability to appropriately handle resident care needs, including chronic illness, challenging behaviors, dementia-related issues, and death of residents.

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