What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Tech (Certified Caregiver) - Assisted Living position at Cogir of Peoria?
People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!
What to expect...
Cogir Senior Living is hiring caring, empathetic, and diligent Med Techs (Certified Caregivers) to join the team at our beautiful retirement community, Cogir of Peoria Memory Care.
Our Medication Care Partners (Med Techs/Certified Caregivers) provide direct care to our senior residents following a personalized medication and treatment plan in a unique setting. We would love to hear from you if you are kind, compassionate, and overflowing with integrity and care! Join a reputable, fast-growing company that's a leader in the senior living industry!
Currently Hiring for: Full and Part-time positions; all shifts available (8 hours).
What Cogir has to offer you?
- Competitive salary, training, and growth opportunities!
- An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
- Early access to paycheck (pay on demand).
- Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- 401K with company match.
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program, and more!
What will you do as a Medication Care Partner (Med Tech)?
- Assist the residents with the daily administration of medication, including self-administration.
- Keep charting documentation current and report resident status changes.
- Coordinate medication orders and deliveries with pharmacies.
- Keep medication files and medical records current and up to date.
- Provide compassionate care and support with activities of daily living to the residents in a team setting as needed.
- Prioritize independence and provide emotional support to the residents by providing continuous engagement and companionship.
- Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs.
- Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.
If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:
- Positive team player attitude and love working with people!
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A minimum of 1 year of caregiving experience, including giving medication in a community setting is preferred.
- Experience with Memory Care is a plus.
- A current Certified Caregiver license in Arizona.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate or ability to obtain.
- Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), or Senior Living experience is a plus!
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
About Cogir Management USA:
Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.
At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!
Apply today and become part of the COGIR Family!