Certified Medication Tech (CMT) - Lenoir Woods, FT Evenings

Lutheran Senior Services•Columbia, MO

2d•$18 - $29

About The Position

The Certified Medication Tech (CMT) provides medication administration and supportive, functional care to residents under the direction of nursing staff and in accordance with established community care procedures. The position works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and focuses on maintaining residents as directors of their own care. The CMT must practice within the scope of certification, applicable state and federal regulations, the recognized state Certified Medication Technician Training Manual, and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures. The role may also be assigned as administrator designee in the absence of designated community leaders, if the employee is at least 21 years old.

Requirements

Current CMT certification in the state of practice.
High school diploma or GED.
For work in Pennsylvania, successful completion of the Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course.
CPR certification and first aid training.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull 45 pounds.
Ability and willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Prior direct-care experience preferred.
Desire to be part of the Person Centered Care team.

Responsibilities

Prepare and administer residents’ medications under nursing staff direction and within CMT scope of practice; document administration and observe residents for medication side effects, interactions, and implications.
Provide medical and physical care within scope of practice to meet residents’ daily needs.
Provide timely personal care and support while preserving residents’ dignity and independence.
Observe residents for changing needs and conditions and report relevant information to nursing staff.
Participate in residents’ care and service plans to help improve their quality of life.
Assist residents during meals and feed those requiring full assistance.
Build and maintain meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Support residents’ involvement in decisions about daily activities and assist with activities.
Assist with therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed personnel.
Respect residents’ privacy, follow HIPAA requirements, share information only as needed, and knock before entering residents’ rooms.
Follow safety procedures and protocols; promptly report hazardous conditions, defective equipment, and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse.
Document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight, and other pertinent information in residents’ electronic health records.
Respond to incoming phone calls.
When assigned as administrator designee and eligible, evaluate immediate circumstances and contact the highest level of authority to discuss next steps.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness benefits.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees and full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Medical and pharmacy coverage for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Dental insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Vision insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Life insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Short-term and long-term disability for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Voya income protection benefits, including hospital, critical illness, and accident coverage, for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Shift differentials: $1.50 per hour for evenings, $1.00 per hour for nights, and $1.00 per hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; amounts may vary in other states.