Med Tech

American House Senior Living Communities•Kansas City, MO

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 assigned residents with necessary care and services, supports other caregivers, and contributes to residents’ daily activities and well-being. The position includes documenting medication administration and other services, maintaining medication-cart security and completing narcotic counts, monitoring residents and reporting changes or concerns, and helping maintain a safe, clean environment. The Medication Technician works collaboratively with residents, families, coworkers, licensed staff, physicians, and external care providers, and responds promptly and calmly to emergencies. The stated shift is 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., consisting of 12-hour shifts. Active certification is required.

Requirements

Must have active certification.
Excellent communication skills.
Compassion for older adults.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Administer medications according to physician orders on the medication administration record (MAR).
Document administered medications on the MAR according to company policy, and verify documentation for completeness and accuracy after administration and before the end of the shift.
Conduct change-of-shift reports with incoming and outgoing 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 and other team members.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting, eating, and 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 the environment for safety hazards.
Assist with dining tasks, including escorting residents, 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 sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
Follow up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding complaints, problems, and concerns.
Serve 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.
Collaborate with associates in other departments to ensure necessary care and services are provided.
Participate in projects or committees as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.