Med Tech - Avamere at The Stafford

Avamere•Lake Oswego, OR

About The Position

The Medication Tech administers medications and provides direct care to residents at Avamere at The Stafford. The role works Sundays on the day shift, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and follows physician orders, facility policies, resident care plans, and the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities also include observing residents’ health, communicating concerns to medical professionals, supporting appointments, documenting care and changes in resident status, and helping maintain residents’ safety and well-being. The position is part-time.

Requirements

Experience as a caregiver and medication tech in a memory care unit and/or assisted living facility.
Ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
Experience documenting in electronic medical records.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
Genuine desire to improve seniors’ quality of life.
Ability to create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and calm cheerfulness.

Responsibilities

Pass medications according to physician orders, as delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with facility policy.
Administer medications accurately and on time, and record administered medications in resident records.
Notify the pharmacy or family, when applicable, when medications need refilling.
Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
Monitor and report medication side effects to the Director of Health Services.
Obtain and provide shift reports.
Record sufficient medication-administration information to support accurate changes to medication orders.
Follow assigned comprehensive care plans for medication administration based on residents’ needs and assessments.
Assist with medical appointments, communicate with healthcare providers, and advocate for residents’ needs.
Observe residents for health changes, report concerns to medical professionals, and monitor vital signs.
Document changes in residents’ status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record.
Complete accident and incident reports promptly and according to facility policy.
Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
Participate in assigned in-service education programs.
Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
Follow written and oral directions and perform assigned duties effectively, cooperatively, promptly, and professionally.
Be responsible for the safety of residents under supervision.
Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultants, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans, with low individual and family deductibles; benefits eligibility requires 30 or more hours per week.
401(k) retirement plan with discretionary employer match.
Paid time off (PTO).
Premium pay for holidays worked, subject to conditions.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Free, confidential Canopy support for mental health, stress, family needs, and work/life balance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account (CERA).
Voluntary and supplemental insurance options, including life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, whole life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Legal services.