Med Tech (Full-Time)(2nd Shift) - Fountains in Cartersville

Navion Senior Solutions•Kingston, GA

About The Position

The Fountains of Cartersville is seeking Certified Medication Technicians to provide medication administration and resident care oversight in an assisted living and memory care community. This is a full-time, second-shift role, with hours from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Team members must be available to work every other weekend and holiday rotations. A Medication Technician certification is required. The Fountains of Cartersville has partnered with Tapcheck, a mobile app that allows team members to access earned wages instantly. The role requires respectful, safe, and confidential care of residents; effective communication with residents, families, and staff; and adherence to community policies, infection-control practices, and emergency procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 18 years of age.
Successful completion of a State Approved Medication Aide course.
Medication Technician certification.
Personal Care Assistant or Certified Nursing certification.
Ability to communicate adequately in writing and orally, and 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 obtain 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 provided.
Use infection-control precautions and practices in all activities.
Demonstrate knowledge of fire and emergency procedures and report safety violations.