Qmap

Kisco Senior Living•Louisville, CO

About The Position

Balfour Louisville is seeking a talented, team-oriented Medication Technician (QMAP). The role administers medication to residents or assists them with self-administration, coordinates resident treatments, and supports activities of daily living while encouraging independence and promoting residents’ physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. The position also contributes to resident-centered wellness programs, team operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, respectful community environment. The posting lists full-time shifts of Thursday–Monday, 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Thursday–Saturday, 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.; and Tuesday–Saturday, 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. It also lists a part-time shift of Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Pay is $20.00–$22.00 per hour, with an additional $1.50 shift differential. Employment offers are subject to successfully completing a drug screen, TB test, and background check. Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Nursing Assistant course, state-approved if required.
Meet applicable state training requirements and/or certifications.
Meet QMAP requirements.
Bring a positive attitude to work and be a strong team player.
Complete the pre-employment process, including a drug screen, TB test, and background check.

Nice To Haves

First Aid certification and CPR, if required.
Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), if required.
PCA qualification, if required.

Responsibilities

Observe residents for changes in condition and report them to the Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator, Dementia Care Coordinator, or appropriate physician.
Assist residents with simple requests or find an appropriate associate to help.
Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary customer service, exceed expectations, and enhance resident satisfaction.
Document and report changes in condition using company resident-care forms.
Set up medications and assist residents with medication.
Log medications received from pharmacies, verify physician orders, and promptly communicate concerns.
Track medications and reorder them as needed.
Track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injections where permitted by state requirements, ambulation, and general activities.
Follow regulatory and company policies for medication destruction as directed by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director.
Document and remove medications discontinued by a resident’s physician.
Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
Promote each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and safety.
Assist resident assistants as needed when primary tasks are complete.
Track needed supplies and communicate needs to the Care Services Director or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator.
Work collaboratively within the department and across the community, supporting open and honest communication.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
Identify ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies.
Ensure regulatory compliance, promptly report issues or concerns, and support continuous improvement.
Adhere to applicable regulations, laws, Kisco standards, and the Associate Handbook.
Understand and support the community sales process.
Perform other related duties as required.