Med Tech (Full Time & Part Time)

Kisco Senior Living•Los Altos, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician @ BridgePoint at Los Altos administers resident medication or assists residents with self-administration of medication and coordinates treatments to residents. Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. Full time and Part time positions are available with various shifts.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements).
Have current First Aid and CPR certification.
Have completed the required training, and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications.
Must be knowledgeable of pertinent regulations with monitoring and licensing of the residence.
Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Be a high school graduate.
Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required).

Nice To Haves

Bring a smile to work every day.
Be a great team player.

Responsibilities

Administers resident medication or assists residents with self-administration of medication and coordinates treatments to residents.
Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.
Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC)/Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or appropriate physician.
Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist.
Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction.
Document and report changes of condition and use company forms for resident care documentation.
Provide medication set up and assistance.
Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders and communicate any concerns immediately.
Track all medications and re-order as needed.
Perform the following tasks with residents: track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection (if state allowed), ambulation, and general activities.
Follow all regulatory and company policies regarding the destruction of medications as identified by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director.
Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the resident’s physician.
Support, lead and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
Work toward maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety.
Assist resident assistants as needed and whenever primary tasks are completed.
Track supplies that are needed and communicate to Care Services Director or RCC/DCC.
Work as part of the team within your department and across the community.
Support open and honest communication with and between all associates.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.
Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis.
Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately.
Support continuous improvement.
Adhere to all regulations, laws and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook.
Understand and support the community sales process.
Perform other related duties as required.