Medical Technician, Med Tech, Senior Living

Argento Westchester•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Med Tech provides direct personal care and supervision to residents and is responsible for assisting residents with centrally stored medications in accordance with physician orders, resident care plans, facility policies, and California Title 22 regulations. The Med Tech promotes resident safety, well-being, and satisfaction through proper medication assistance, monitoring, documentation, and support with activities of daily living. The Med Tech communicates effectively with supervisors, caregivers, and other staff to ensure resident needs are met. The Resident Care Services department staffs through a primary care structure. Each Med Tech is responsible for medication assistance and related care duties for their assigned residents, while functioning as part of the overall care team.

Requirements

Current CPR and First Aid Card
At least eighteen (18) years of age
Criminal clearance prior to presence in the facility
Passed a physical and chest x-ray (or intradermal test) performed by a physician within the prior six months of employment
Training in caregiving and medication assistance, preferably in a geriatric or assisted living setting
Completed all required facility and regulatory medication training prior to independently assisting residents with medications
Physical ability to assist with mobility and resident transfers is essential
Good mental health is required
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, physicians, pharmacists, and other health professionals
Ability to read, understand, and carry out resident care plans, physician orders, and medication administration records (MARs)
Completed the “abuse reporting/legal duty” training video
Criminal record clearance must be completed through both the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
TB test clearance within seven (7) days of employment
Required health screening completed within seven (7) days of employment
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience working in a long term care environment as a med tech
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Demonstrates an awareness and concern for resident safety at all times
Ability to make independent decisions and works without supervision
Knows and understands facility fire plan, disaster plan and safety procedures
Ability to follow written and oral directions
Ability to interact tactfully with residents and family members staff and general public
Ability to read, write and speak English
Must be mobile
Overall good health is required to fulfill the demands of the position
Makes resident satisfaction a high priority
Maintains a positive attitude in all situations
Displays sincere compassion towards older adults
Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families

Nice To Haves

Experience in a geriatric or assisted living setting

Responsibilities

Assist residents with centrally stored medications in accordance with physician orders, resident care plans, facility protocols, and California licensing regulations
Accurately document medication assistance on Medication Administration Records (MARs)
Observe residents for medication side effects, adverse reactions, or changes in condition and report concerns immediately to a supervisor
Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and transfers as needed
Follow all safety guidelines, including proper lifting techniques and universal precautions
Follow assigned schedules of duties and individual resident care plans, including scheduled activities
Function as a team member and assist coworkers as needed
Monitor resident activity, food intake, functional status, and psychosocial status, taking appropriate action to promote well-being
Act immediately on resident crises, following facility protocol and First Aid/CPR training
Ask for assistance and report to the Med Room Coordinator or Assisted Living Director if assigned duties cannot be completed
Promote open communication between health care professionals, families, residents, and staff
Prepare meals for residents as assigned
Perform required laundry and housekeeping services for residents and the facility as assigned
Complete required in-service training and attend staff meetings
Perform other duties as assigned by the Med Room Coordinator or Assisted Living Director.
Assist residents with nighttime activities of daily living, including assisting residents with centrally stored nighttime medications, in compliance with facility protocol and licensing regulations
Follow nighttime schedules of duties and individual resident care plans for nighttime needs
Provide continuous observation and supervision of residents during overnight hours
Monitor resident activity, condition, and psychosocial status during the night and take action to promote safety and well-being
Report any status changes, incidents, or unusual observations immediately to the supervisor
Act immediately on resident emergencies, following protocol and First Aid/CPR training
Assist with shift change communication to ensure continuity of care
Help prepare breakfast meals for residents
Maintain a safe, calm, and orderly environment throughout the overnight shift