Med Tech - MC - FT - All Shifts - PA Certification Required

Senior Lifestyle•Horsham Township, PA

About The Position

The Med Tech is responsible for the safe administration and supervision of self-administered medications and treatments for residents in the Memory Care Department, following the Medication Administration Record (MAR), Treatment Administration Record (TAR), applicable federal and state regulations, company guidelines, and direction from nursing leadership. The role also provides personal care and general nursing care as needed, supports residents with activities of daily living and other assigned needs, and helps ensure accurate and complete medical records.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one month of experience.
Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.
Proficiency in English sufficient to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and coworkers, and respond to emergencies.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Strong team-player qualities and a passion for helping seniors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication in compliance with regulations and company guidelines, as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and sign for narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and promptly report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy, or notify the responsible party when supplies reach seven days or less; notify a supervisor if supplies are below two days and medication has not arrived.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and report discrepancies to the pharmacy and Director of Health & Wellness.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date medication vials or bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for how long they may be used.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current MARs with new MARs during changeover and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them to a supervisor.
Provide personal care, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and assistance with eating.
Provide general nursing care, including taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document required information in the daily log and notify a supervisor of concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with assigned needs.
Clean medication carts daily at the end of the shift, restock them as needed, and deep-clean them weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and complete medical records within 48 hours in accordance with policy and regulatory guidelines.