Med Tech- Full Time Mornings

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Administer medication to residents based on resident medical charts.
• Follow protocols regarding documenting medication and restocking the med carts.
• Help with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for residents, including toileting, showering, assisting with meals, light cleaning, showering, and other essential daily activities.
• Participate in shift change meetings to communicate with oncoming associates regarding resident status or special needs.
• Assist with janitorial tasks as needed.
• Act as a shift supervisor to ensure resident care needs are being properly met.
• Assist Caregivers during shifts with transfers and any other duties necessary.
• Work with physicians and the pharmacy to make sure that medication is ordered properly.
• Report changes in resident medical conditions and behaviors to physicians, families, and community leadership.
• Communicate with multiple levels within and outside of the organization: including residents, families, Caregivers, Wellness Coordinator, Resident Care Manager, Wellness Nurses, pharmacies, and doctors.
• Give emotional support to the residents by treating them with respect, dignity and always maintaining a positive and cheerful appearance.
• Promote safety and wellbeing of the residents through use of written and verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.
• Assist with all other duties as assigned by the Wellness Coordinator and community leadership.

Job Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED is required.
• In North Carolina, a CNA is required.
• Caregiving or Med Tech experience is required.
• Experience working with the elderly and those with memory impairment is required.