Med Tech-Assisted Living

Vanda Health•Portland, OR

3d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Harvest Homes is hiring a Med Tech to support residents’ physical and psychological health and help them maintain independence and quality of life in its assisted living and memory care community. The role includes providing respectful, empathetic assistance with activities of daily living, supporting resident engagement and belonging, encouraging individual choice, and creating opportunities for purpose and self-fulfillment. The position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, empathy, self-direction, and the ability to build authentic relationships. The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a half shift on Wednesday. The position is based at Harvest Homes in Portland, Oregon, and pays $18–$19 per hour based on experience and certifications.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Value and respect elders and have a strong desire to work with seniors.
Speak, read, and write English.
Excellent oral communication skills.
Good reading comprehension skills.
Good written communication skills, with the ability to correspond and document properly in charts and the portal.
Ability to turn and move individuals who require assistance.
Ability to remain on their feet and active throughout the shift.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, reach, and squat frequently throughout the shift.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must be a U.S. citizen and reside in Oregon.
Must have reliable transportation or commuting arrangements.

Responsibilities

Deliver services and assist with activities of daily living as outlined in each resident’s Service Plan, with respect, empathy, competence, and encouragement.
Monitor residents’ vital signs and weight to help maintain stability, and document as necessary.
Assist residents with dressing, showering, toileting, incontinence care, eating, and grooming.
Follow and consistently build the community’s routines and organizational structures.
Participate actively in the community with residents, families, and staff.
Document completed ADL care and observations in the electronic portal, MARs, handwritten reports, or other required records.
Identify and promptly report changes in residents’ health status or daily routines during team huddles, to the RCC and RN/LPN, and in Progress Notes.
Attend and participate in daily team huddles and pass-downs, staff meetings, family nights, and service planning meetings.
Keep required training and in-service hours current, including Food Handlers card, First Aid (CPR if required), dementia training, and other state- and company-mandated training.
Protect confidential patient information in compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Act.
Follow Harvest Homes procedures and established process guidelines.