CMT Assisted Living, PT

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) sets up and administers medications to residents/customers and documents administration in the medical record. The role functions under the supervision of a professional nurse and within the parameters of state-approved credentialing. The CMT may supervise or provide direct patient care and is expected to support the Village’s mission, values, and PRIDE service and hospitality expectations, and complete required training. This is a part-time evening position, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., working every other Saturday and Sunday. The associate may be exposed to infectious diseases and work around individuals with challenged mental capacities. The position is primarily indoors, protected from weather but not necessarily temperature changes, and may require driving between locations. Associates may be called upon to assist other departments during a declared emergency. The role operates under an LPN or RN on duty or on call; the CMT may provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants and may be in charge when the supervising nurse is absent.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Current Missouri Certified Medication Technician credential.
Valid driver’s license.
Insulin administration certification is required for Village Assisted Living associates.
Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft operating system and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to interpret varied technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, bending, coordination, walking, and sitting.
Post-offer background check and health screening required.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble and administer medications to residents/customers accurately and on time using established procedures.
Maintain medical records accurately under the supervision of the nurse.
Perform minor treatments within the scope of practice of a CMT.
Maintain the required type and amount of drug supply for residents/customers.
Complete required nursing-care documentation accurately and on time to meet state and Village requirements.
Observe residents/customers and report problems or changes to the supervising nurse.
Perform Certified Nurse Assistant functions when requested.
Act as a first responder in resident/customer emergencies as needed.
Adhere to safety regulations and requirements.
Maintain appropriate workplace conduct, handle stress well, and get along with coworkers and customers.
May provide work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants and may be in charge in the absence of the supervising nurse.
May drive between locations when necessary for services provided through the department.
May assist other departments during a declared emergency.