Med Tech CMT

We are looking for Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) to join our team at Morningside House of Ellicott City, a leading assisted living and memory care community in Ellicott City, MD.

Schedule

Full-time, overnight shift: 10 PM – 6 AM.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Streak Attendance Bonus – earn up to $3,000 a year
• Referral Bonus – $750 for full-time employee referrals and $375 for part-time referrals
• Deficiency-Free Annual Survey Bonus – $100 for full-time & $50 for part-time staff
• 401K Match – company matches 50% of the first 4%; 100% vested after 6 years
• Paid Time Off – 10 days in your first year as a full-time employee & 6 days as part-time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid Hospital Insurance
• Optional Supplemental Insurance Coverage
• Employee Exclusive Discount program by LifeMart
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events

About the Role

Administer oral and topical medications to residents as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort, and well-being of the residents.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with state and federal regulations and community policy
• Demonstrate knowledge of the “five rights” of medication administration
• Administer and record all medication given to residents based upon their specific chart
• Take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as required by certain medications
• Record the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information
• Observe and report any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse immediately
• Administer PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy
• Ensure antiseptic techniques, good hand washing practices, and universal precautions for infection control
• Report and record any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents
• Submit incident/accident reports to supervisor or Administrator within twenty-four (24) hours after occurrence
• Communicate with medical staff, nursing service, and other department supervisors
• Supervise care staff in the absence of nurses
• Maintain, clean, and organize the Medication Room
• Maintain a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for resident activities
• Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings
• Handle and be exposed to hazardous chemicals, infectious waste, diseases, conditions, including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
• Maintain resident and staff confidentiality; treat staff and residents with kindness, dignity, and respect
• Comply with Resident’s Rights rules

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification required