Med Tech-Assisted Living - Avamere at Bethany

Avamere • Portland, OR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Tech administers medications and provides direct care to residents in an assisted living setting. The role involves passing medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse, documenting medication administration and resident status, helping coordinate care and appointments, and reporting health changes or medication side effects. The position works a swing shift from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Avamere at Bethany in Portland, Oregon. It is offered as part-time or full-time work and is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU 503.

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 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• Genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
• Ability to create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

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 them in residents’ records.
• Notify the pharmacy or family 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 information about medication administration to support accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration and resident needs.
• Assist with medical appointments, communicate with healthcare providers, and advocate for residents’ needs.
• Observe residents for changes in health, 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, timely, and professionally.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under supervision.
• Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
• Assist new employees in following facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low individual and family deductibles; benefits eligibility begins at 30 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and 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, hospital indemnity, and legal services.
• Attendance bonus per pay period: $100 for full-time employees and $75 for part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed