Med Tech / Care Assistant- PT LTAL - Glacier Hills

Med Tech / Care Assistants (Anam Cara)

Glacier Hills is seeking Med Tech / Care Assistants (Anam Cara) for its community in Ann Arbor. Glacier Hills Senior Living Community is a member of Trinity Health Senior Communities (THSC), one of the nation's largest, multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems, with over 40 communities in multiple states. From our amazing residents and guests who live and stay at our communities to our colleague-centric culture, you'll find an environment that fosters a diversity of career options, and promotes career growth within the greater Trinity network.

Shift : 2 : 30pm-10 : 30pm (PT)

What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• New Increased Pay Structure
• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually!
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
• Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.
• Fast response interview times and job offers!

POSITION PURPOSE

The Anam Cara is the title for Caregiver of the Residents living within the Community. The foundation of the community model is the relationship that exists between the Anam Cara and the Resident. The Anam Cara is more than a friend or caregiver but someone who accepts the responsibility to care for the body, mind, and spirit of those in the community. The Anam Cara's responsibility is to welcome all into the communities and provide a safe place of refuge.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Resident Rights : All employees are required to maintain the confidentiality of resident care information and comply with all THSC HIPAA policy and procedures. The Anam Cara is to ensure all Residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect. Anam Cara's must ensure that all nursing care is provided in privacy and privacy is afforded to all Residents within the community. Anam Cara's will knock before entering the Resident's private bedroom. All Anam Cara's are required to report all allegations of resident abuse, neglect, and / or misappropriation of resident property. The Anam Cara should honor the Resident's request to refuse treatment and inform such requests to the nursing supervisor. The Anam Cara is required to report all complaints and grievances made by the Residents to the director of nursing.

Activities of Daily Living : The Anam Cara is responsible for providing all activities of daily living to the Residents living within the Community. These activities include, but are not limited to bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring residents, grooming and personal hygiene, meal services, clean up, feeding, serving, welcoming residents when moving in and assisting when moving out of the community, responding to Residents needs, conducting range of motion, position, lifting, and turning, participate with rehabilitation and restorative needs, and conduct light housekeeping as needed including upkeep of community and resident rooms.

Communication : Provides regular and timely feedback with other members of the Community, the Residents within the community and to the support staff within the community. Communication is honest, respectful, and reverent to Residents and at the Residents pace. Keeps Residents informed of the daily happenings within their community. Promotes an environment of good communication within the Community. Ensures medical, spiritual, and social concerns are communicated to appropriate support staff.

Medication Administration : The Anam Cara will prepare and administer medications as directed. Medications will be administered within ordered timeframes in accordance with established procedures. The Anam Cara will ensure all medications and treatments are kept secure, i.e, medication carts and treatment carts are locked when not in sight.

Requirements : High School Diploma or equivalent and must possess superior customer service skills and professionalism as well as outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.