Med Tech

American House Senior Living Communities•Rochester Hills, MI

23d

About The Position

The Medication Technician administers medications to residents safely, accurately, and on time under the general direction of the Executive Director and Wellness Director. The role also provides resident care and services, assists with activities of daily living, supports resident-centered activities, and works collaboratively with caregivers and other departments. The position is part-time and hiring is available for all shifts.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills.
Compassion for older adults.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Administer medications according to physician orders on the medication administration record (MAR).
Document medications administered on the MAR according to company policy, checking documentation immediately after administration and before the end of the shift for completeness and accuracy.
Conduct change-of-shift reports with incoming and outgoing shift personnel.
Maintain security of the medication cart and narcotic keys, and conduct narcotic counts at the beginning and end of each shift according to company policy and procedure.
Provide necessary care and services to assigned residents and assist other caregivers as needed.
Work collaboratively with peers, team members, and associates in other departments to ensure necessary care and services are provided.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting, eating, and ambulation or mobility.
Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families.
Immediately report suspected or witnessed verbal, mental, or physical abuse to licensed staff.
Use safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility.
Participate in and support the resident-centered activities program.
Care for residents’ sensory enhancement devices, such as eyeglasses and hearing aids.
Complete housekeeping tasks, including bed-making, linen changes, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning bathrooms.
Wash residents’ laundry as needed.
Escort residents and coordinate internal transportation needs.
Assist residents with personal correspondence or telephone use when requested.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical condition or cognitive and emotional status to the Wellness Director or charge nurse as needed.
Conduct room checks and resident rounds.
Monitor for environmental safety hazards.
Assist with dining-related tasks, including escorting residents to the dining room, setting up and cleaning tables, serving meals, and bussing tables.
Assist residents without swallowing difficulty with eating.
Respond promptly and calmly to emergencies and immediately report them to the charge nurse.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
Document services provided on company forms.
Use tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
Follow up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
Act as an ambassador and public relations representative to guests and off-campus visitors.
Communicate with physicians and third-party specialists, including homecare providers, laboratories, and hospice professionals.
Copy special paperwork or forms.
Demonstrate appreciation for residents’ heritage, values, and wisdom, and understanding of the aging process.
Participate in projects or committees as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.