Med Tech/ AMAP - - Weekends

Harmony Senior Services•Martinsburg, WV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Med Tech provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents and assists with administering prescribed medications within the established scope of practice. The role requires maintaining knowledge of relevant policies and procedures, responding to resident needs and emergencies, communicating resident updates, and documenting medication administration and exceptions. The Med Tech also supports residents’ daily routines, activities, housekeeping, and move-in transitions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of the Medication Aide Course.
Current CNA and Med Tech licenses from the State Board of Nursing, in good standing.
Satisfactorily pass two medication observations annually.
Satisfactorily pass assigned medication cart audits.
Attend four additional hours of medication administration education annually.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organization and ability to work well with all levels of personnel.
Ability to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate conduct toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
Ability to remain calm and competent during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living.
Assist with administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.
Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
Report resident incidents, care concerns, and issues to appropriate individuals.
Perform housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments and common areas, as directed.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts.
Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities.
Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents and report their status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Support new residents during move-in transitions, including providing emotional support.
Attend scheduled medication trainings.
Complete medication cart audits as assigned and maintain the medication cart.
Pass all medication administration observations.
Communicate medication-related resident needs to the HCD and document them in the Daily Log.
Re-order medications, fax orders to the pharmacy, and communicate with resident families or representatives as needed regarding changes.
Document medication administration on the EMAR/MAR and report and document exceptions to the HCD, EMAR, and Daily Log.
Complete other duties as assigned.