Med Tech-Assisted Living - Avamere at Bethany

About the role

Location: Avamere at Bethany - 16360 NW Avamere Ct, Portland, OR 97229. The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely
• Record medications administered in the resident's record
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services
• Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned
• Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents' needs
• Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents' status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record
• Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN
• Participate in in-service education programs as assigned
• Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
• Follow written and oral directions
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision
• Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor

Requirements

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services

Pay

• Wage: $19.70-$25.70/hr DOE
• Attendance bonus: The perfect attendance bonus in a pay period will be $100.00 for a full-time employee and $75.00 for a part-time employee.

Schedule

• Shift/Schedule: Swing shift (2-10pm), Saturday/Sunday/Monday