Medication Technician / Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

MUST PASS A LEVEL 2 BACKGROUND CHECK

Our goal, each and every day is to provide care, comfort and respect to our residents. We are looking for individuals with skill, ability and compassion to join our team and currently have part-time and full-time positions available for our 6AM - 2PM and 2PM - 10PM shifts.

We believe that taking pride in everything we do for our residents is a calling.

SUMMARY : A Medication Technician / Caregiver will work together with the Health and Wellness Coordinator and Executive Director to ensure that resident care goals are being met, including providing personal care services, assistance, support and supervision to all residents.

QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform position specific job duties at an acceptable level.

Job responsibilities are completed by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. An individual will also demonstrate good skills in all forms of communication.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience : The ability to read, write, speak clearly and follow written and oral instructions. Must be willing and able to make decisions when responsible for the facility.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Must successfully complete and be current in the following : (These licenses / training are the responsibility of the employee and submitting once a year of a copy of training is required for employment)

• HIV / AIDS In-Service
• Infection Control / Personal Hygiene Training
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Level I / II
• CPR / First Aid Training
• Resident Rights
• ADL Training
• Elopement Training
• DNRO Training
• Assistance with Self-Administration of Medication Training

Other skills and Abilities : Must be aware and understand the needs of the elderly. Must be able to recognize unusual behavior or physical condition of residents and report those observances to the Health and Wellness Coordinator and Executive Director.

Must be thoroughly familiar with all policies and procedures of the facility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : This job position requires moderate physical demands. Duties may include frequent walking, stooping / kneeling / bending, lifting / carrying, and pushing / pulling during work.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time