What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide position at Artis Offer Letter?
*Starting pay is $19 / hour!
*This is a part time position offering a flexible schedule on 1st shift (7am-3pm), 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) OR 3rd shift (11pm-7am)!
The Med Tech will administer medications to residents and observe, record, and report, medication interactions or side effects. Will also assist residents with activities of daily living such as grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing/showering, eating, etc. You may be required to respond to emergency calls and situations, and document/report care provided. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.
Working at ASL, you will be empowered to share your voice, and your uniqueness will be treasured! We will honor your integrity and show our appreciation for your commitment to enriching the lives of our residents and team members, by consistently recognizing your efforts. These guiding principles are the very foundation of The Artis Way! At Artis Senior Living you’re so much more than an employee, you’re family!
The Med Tech will:
- Administer and record the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.
- Observe, document, and effectively communicate changes in resident status to nurses and/or administration that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects.
- Monitor medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered and at change of shift as required by policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.
- Store medications in a safe and accurate manner in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.
- Routinely inspect, clean and monitor equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety. Report any equipment or supply issues to the Licensed Nurse for correction or repair.
- Assist residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, grooming, and eating according to their individual service plan. Assist with transportation to dining room for meal service and/or to Program Services programs within the community. Assist with personal and household chores such as tidying up room, errands, delivers mail and newspaper.
- May provide transportation to medical appointments outside of the community, with pre-approved authorization.
- Answer resident call signals promptly. Offer comfort and support, emotionally and physically.
- Respond to emergency calls, resident/visitor’s requests and correct environmental hazards in a timely, appropriate and safe manner.
- Observe community policies and procedures regarding resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service.
- Maintain professionalism and resident confidentiality at all times.
- Adhere to all Infection Prevention, OSHA, fire and safety regulations at all times, to ensure the safety and well-being of all community residents.
- Perform all other duties as requested.
Education Requirements:
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Registered Medication Partner (RMP) certificate preferred.
- CNA, Caregiver, or Home Health Aide certification is preferred, but not required.
- Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
- Must be willing to obtain and/or maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
Salary : $19
