Med-Tech AL - PM Shift - $350 Hiring Bonus
About The Position
The Med-Tech AL coordinates medication services with residents, pharmacies, and physicians under the direction of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director. The role supports residents with medication, treatments, and care within the employee’s scope of practice and applicable policies and regulations. It also maintains resident medication and care records, medication supplies and storage areas, and supports medication aides and caregivers as needed. The position is located at Pasadena Highlands in Pasadena, California. Listed shifts are Friday through Monday, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., or Tuesday through Saturday, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. A $350 hiring bonus is paid in two installments: $175 at hire and $175 after six months of employment.
Requirements
- Experience performing the job duties safely and demonstrated proficiency in those duties.
- Proficient written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English.
- Ability to relate well to residents and families.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in an assisted living environment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate medication services with residents, pharmacies, and physicians; verify medications and dosages with the physician before dispensing.
- Order additional medications as directed and track medication changes and refill orders.
- Report medication-order changes, recurring needs for extra services, and changes in residents’ physical or mental status to the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director.
- Assist the Resident Services Director with accurate resident records, including medication administration record updates, chart audits, new-resident paperwork, and filing resident files.
- Maintain department-supply inventory and notify a supervisor or place approved orders when supplies reach designated thresholds.
- Act as the main point of contact for physicians, family members, and vendors when directed and when the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director is absent.
- Assist with department scheduling, including covering call-offs and vacations and helping eliminate overtime.
- Update the Caregiver Monthly Assignment Journal, Medication Technician Med List, and 24 Hour Communication Log as required.
- Assist residents with daily medications, treatments, and care as assigned and within scope of practice, policy, procedures, and Title 22 Regulations.
- Observe and verify that medications are taken or applied as directed; document medications not administered and reasons for refusal, and notify a supervisor or Executive Director.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records in accordance with procedures and state law.
- Keep medicine carts and medication areas clean, orderly, stocked, locked, and maintained.
- Assist medication aides and caregivers and perform caregiver activities when needed.
- Complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of each shift and immediately report discrepancies to the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director.
- Prepare medications for distribution according to the OMG Medication Policy.
- Carry a radio or pager as directed to respond promptly to resident issues.
- Understand common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms used in medication administration by the residence, pharmacists, and physicians.
Benefits
- $350 hiring bonus: $175 paid at hire and $175 after six months of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
