Certified Medication Aide -Per Diem
About The Position
Monarch is a growing company dedicated to the emotional and physical health and well-being of their residents and team members. Opportunities for education and growth. Currently Hiring Per Diem 7:00am - 3:00pm , 3:00pm - 11:00pm and 11:00pm - 7:00am Salary Range: $23.00-$24.00 Reports To The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Med Tech will report to the Director of Health & Wellness. The Med Tech is a non-exempt, hourly position. Job Overview Responsible for providing quality care and services to all resident and their families. Provide assistance of medication administration for resident according to their care plan and physician’s orders.
Requirements
- Successful completion of Medication Technician training and periodic competency testing
- Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with State Regs
- Strong Communication Skills
- Knowledge of, and ability to, adhere to HIPAA policies
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of six (6) months experience working with seniors in Personal Care, Home Health, Hospital, or Long-Term Care environment
- Able to work weekends and holidays
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
- An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs.
- Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents.
- The associate must use proper body mechanics.
Responsibilities
- Administer and/or assist with self-administration of prescribed medication to resident and maintain related medical records under the supervision of the RN and/or LPN
- Complete required annual medication training
- Provide resident care to ensure care needs are met according to the resident’s care plan
- Maintain medical records and written documentation assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with federal and state regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
- Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents in the deliver of services to them
- Observes & reports changes in residents' physical condition, cognition & emotional status to Supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Schedule
- On the job training
- Free Parking
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
