Med Tech

Seminole Shores Assisted Living Center•Norton Shores, MI

1d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician (Med Tech) is responsible for safe, accurate, and timely administration of medications as ordered by a licensed health care professional. The role ensures residents’ personal care and service plans are implemented while treating each resident with dignity and respect and supporting their independence and self-sufficiency. The position also involves documenting medication administration and resident care, monitoring medication inventory, communicating with providers, pharmacies, hospice, and families, assisting residents with activities of daily living, and responding to resident requests. The role is full-time, with a 5:45 p.m.–6:15 a.m. shift and every other weekend required. Pay is $16.75–$19.75 per hour, based on experience and credentials.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions in English.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must successfully complete the Heritage Property Management Med Tech Certification training course and pass the Med Tech test.
Must pass the state-mandated criminal background screening and pre-employment drug screening for illegal substances.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand, walk, and bend while assisting residents with personal care.
Must be able to handle the emotional and physical demands of caregiving.

Nice To Haves

Caregiving experience or certification is preferred, including Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA), or Home Health Aide.

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and on time as ordered by a licensed health care professional.
Document medication administration accurately and promptly in the EMAR system.
Follow proper protocols for reporting medication-related concerns.
Maintain medication inventory, including controlled substances.
Reorder medications promptly to help ensure residents do not miss doses.
Keep the medication cart and medication room clean and organized.
Communicate professionally with providers, pharmacies, hospice, and families as needed.
Document communications relating to resident care, including medication-order changes.
Document care and services as directed.
Deliver care based on individual service plans.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene, mobility, and dining.
Respond promptly to resident requests and call lights.
Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to a supervisor.
Assist residents with meals and life enrichment activities as needed.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance available as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Basic life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Paid Time Off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service.
Potential 2% pay increase after 90 days based on performance.
Annual merit increases based on performance evaluations.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match (up to 50% of employee contribution, up to 6%).
Perfect attendance bonus.
Paid orientation and training.
Polo shirt provided.
Fun staff calendar and employee engagement activities.
OnShift Engage bonus pay structure.
Low-cost meal plan at $2 per meal.
OnShift Wallet access to funds prior to payday.
Working Advantage employee discount program.
Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000 per referral.
Resident referral bonus of up to $1,000 per referral.
Opportunity for advancement.
Opportunity to pick up extra shifts.
No wage cap.
Additional benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook.