Med Tech (Full-Time)(1st Shift) - Fountains in Cartersville
About The Position
The Fountains of Cartersville is hiring Certified Medication Technicians to provide medication administration and resident care oversight in an assisted living and memory care community. This is a full-time position on the first shift, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Team members must be available for every-other-weekend work and holiday rotations. The community has partnered with Tapcheck, a mobile app that allows team members to access earned wages instantly. The role requires a Medication Technician certification, completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course, and a Personal Care Assistant or Certified Nursing certification. The position involves maintaining residents’ dignity, safety, confidentiality, and well-being while working collaboratively with residents, families, and staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Medication Technician certification.
- Successful completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course.
- Personal Care Assistant or Certified Nursing certification.
- Ability to express oneself adequately in written and oral communication and communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, and staff.
- Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for seniors without posing a substantial safety or health threat to oneself or others.
- Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment.
- Availability to work every other weekend and holiday rotations.
Responsibilities
- Maintain positive working relationships with residents, family members, and staff.
- Promote and protect residents’ rights and treat residents with dignity and respect.
- Attend in-service and education programs and complete continuing education required by state regulations.
- Remain calm under stressful conditions.
- Maintain confidentiality of residents’ information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the community dress code.
- Complete documentation in an informative and descriptive manner.
- Report changes in a resident’s condition to the supervisor as soon as possible.
- Complete work schedules and assigned tasks in accordance with community policies and procedures.
- Operate equipment safely and use only equipment for which prior training has been received.
- Use infection-control precautions and practices during all activities.
- Demonstrate knowledge of fire and emergency procedures.
- Report safety violations.
Benefits
- Health care plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off for full-time positions.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Access to earned wages through Tapcheck.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
