MedTech/Caregiver

Glen Park Senior Living • Long Beach, CA

5d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician will assist the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in the care facility.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Six months of prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review
• Current training in first aid and CPR
• Have the personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.
• Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Supportive Care function which assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Order medications, dispense medications, and maintain medication administration records.
• Assist with serving meals at mealtimes and snacks at snack time.
• Assist with Activities Program.
• Attend monthly in-service provided by the facility- one hour a month, twelve hours per year.
• Maintain current first aid and CPR.
• Receive special training on caring for residents with dementia.
• Receive special training on caring for residents with developmental disabilities which includes Program Design, the Individual Program Plan (IPP), and recording progress toward the IPP goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED