What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Med Tech / Caregiver ( Starting at $17 / Hour ) position at Leisure Living?
Caregiver / Med Tech
Leisure Living - Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care
6070 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341
High school diploma/GED is required.
Wages On-Demand allowing early access to your earned wages before payday
Full Benefits and PTO for Full Time Employees
Growth Opportunities
2nd Shift Differential: Earn an Additional $1.00
3rd Shift Differential: Earn an Additional $1.75
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing comfort, safety and general supervision to residents by assisting them with activities of daily living, administering medications and tending to their individual care needs, while learning their unique preferences and personalities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Administer medications to residents according to physician orders and document completion
Review eMAR each shift to ensure timely administration of medications and treatments
Review incoming medication physician orders for accuracy. Update eMAR accordingly
Partner with residents to provide needed/requested assistance with activities of daily living as outlined in the residents’ service plans
Answer resident call lights, as well as door and safety alarms promptly
Observe and report resident behavior and condition changes to Care Coordinator and Director of Resident Care
Order/re-order medications to ensure adequate supply is available
Complete daily charting, documentation, and reporting as required
Obtain resident weights and vitals
Participate in training new employees as requested
Clean and disinfect resident rooms, work areas and common spaces according to cleaning schedule
Clean and disinfect spills and soiled areas as needed or directed
Assist with meal set up and clean up as needed or requested
Participate in or lead activities as planned by Life Enrichment. Assist and remind residents to participate in activities
Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors
Remain awake and alert while on shift
Must work to demonstrate Leisure Living Management Values:
Live and work each day with purpose
Accept accountability and demonstrate responsibility
Embrace lifelong learning
Promote mutual respect
Display transparency
Appreciate diversity
Practice forgiveness
Be thankful
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED is required.
Certificates and Licenses
Must have CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
Other Requirements
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
Effective oral and written communication skills
Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
Developed organizational skills
Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
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Salary : $17
