Med Tech

Med Tech

The Med Tech will report to the Director of Health & Wellness. The Med Tech is a non-exempt, hourly position. Responsible for providing quality care and services to all residents and their families. Provide assistance of medication administration for residents according to their care plan and physician's orders.

Administer and / or assist with self-administration of prescribed medication to residents and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the RN and / or LPN. Complete required annual medication training. Provide resident care to ensure care needs are met according to the resident's care plan. Maintain medical records and written documentation assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with federal and state regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards. Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents in the delivery of services to them.

Successful completion of Medication Technician training and periodic competency testing. Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with State Regs. Strong Communication Skills. Observes & reports changes in residents' physical condition, cognition & emotional status to Supervisor. Knowledge of, and ability to, adhere to HIPAA policies. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of six (6) months experience working with seniors in Personal Care, Home Health, Hospital, or Long-Term Care environment. Able to work weekends and holidays.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) and matching, flexible schedule, on-the-job training, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending account, ancillary benefits, and employee assistance program (EAP).