MedTech/Caregiver

About the Role

The Medication Technician assists the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in the care facility.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Supportive Care function which assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Order medications, dispense medications, and maintain medication administration records.
• Assist with serving meals at mealtimes and snacks at snack time.
• Assist with Activities Program.
• Attend monthly in-service provided by the facility (one hour a month, twelve hours per year).
• Maintain current first aid and CPR certification.
• Receive special training on caring for residents with dementia.
• Receive special training on caring for residents with developmental disabilities, including Program Design, the Individual Program Plan (IPP), and recording progress toward the IPP goals.
• Other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Six months of prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review.
• Current training in first aid and CPR.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
• Able to lift 100 pounds to assist fallen residents.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
• May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks), and chemical hazards.

Skills

• Strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking, and close monitoring of clients.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.