Caregiver/Med Tech ~ Boise ~ Full-time/Part-time
About The Position
The Caregiver/Med Tech (Med Care Manager/QMAP) provides medication administration and direct resident care in an assisted living or memory care community. Under the direction of the Wellness Director and within applicable state medication-administration regulations, the role administers, documents, and monitors prescribed and PRN medications, observes residents for reactions or side effects, and reports medication errors or changes in condition. The position also supports residents’ daily care needs while protecting their privacy, dignity, comfort, safety, and well-being. Schedules are listed for full-time and part-time work in Boise.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of state-approved Medication Administration training.
- First Aid certification as required by assisted living facility regulations.
- QMAP certification in the state of Colorado.
- Experience working in Assisted Living or Memory Care, with a good work record, and experience administering medication in an assisted living setting.
- Ability to read and write English and effectively communicate in English.
- Ability to read and interpret documents, and to follow written and oral directions.
- Good judgment in recognizing symptoms that may indicate a change in a resident’s condition.
- Ability to provide resident-care services within the limits of delegated tasks, work with licensed nurses, and recognize role limitations.
- Knowledge of medication-administration functions and procedures, and a good understanding of universal precautions.
- Demonstrated alignment with the company’s values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, and Respect.
- Attend monthly in-service education and training and complete continuing education as required by law.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience.
- At least three years of senior-living experience.
- A passion for working with seniors.
- Previous experience in an Assisted Living community.
Responsibilities
- Administer, pour, pass, and document routinely prescribed medications according to physician orders, the medication administration record, and safe-administration procedures.
- Order medications from the pharmacy as prescribed and sufficiently before residents run out; confirm delivery and notify the Wellness Director if medications do not arrive.
- Document medications immediately after administration and date and initial the bubble pack after removing medication.
- Observe and report medication reactions and side effects to a licensed nurse.
- Take and record vital signs before administering medications that may affect vital signs, as ordered.
- Administer PRN medications according to physician orders.
- Report medication errors to the Wellness Director immediately.
- Assist with developing and reviewing resident care plans in coordination with other disciplines.
- Protect residents’ privacy, respect, and dignity.
- Identify, correct, and report unsafe conditions that could harm residents.
- Support residents’ physical comfort, safety, and mental well-being.
- Assist with daily care and treatment, including toileting, grooming, bathing, feeding, dressing, observing food intake, hair and nail care, moving residents, and responding to calls.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings.
- Life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance offerings.
- 401(k) plan with matching.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Paid sick time, vacation, and birthday time.
- Career development programs and opportunity for advancement.
- Charitable and philanthropic opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
