Caregiver / Med Tech

Type : Part-Time / On-Call

Shift : Various

Wage : $23-24 / hour DOE

Location : Avamere at Park Place - 8445 SW Hemlock St., Portland, OR 97223 - Near Tigard, OR

The primary purpose of this position is to provide each resident with routine daily health services and medication needs.

Responsibilities :

Administer medications ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the DHS and according to current policies, procedures, and practices

Provide care for residents and assist with updating service plans.

Assist with the Life Enrichment Program and encourage residents to participate in activities

Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance

Assist in providing a safe environment for residents

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, calm, and joy

Assist with daily living activities (i.e., bathing, dressing, and eating)

Provide support with residents to caregivers as needed

Document and communicate resident changes and complete all reports in a timely manner

Maintain confidentiality of all resident care in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Qualifications :

Must be at least 18 years old

High-School diploma or equivalent

Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification

Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting

Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) Food Handlers Card

Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders

Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination preferred, but not required

Employee Perks :

Mentorship opportunities

Career Development

Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

At Avamere Communities, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can be their true, authentic self is key to our success.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

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Last updated : 2024-07-01