MedTech--AM Shift

CiminoCare•Citrus Heights, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CiminoCare is seeking compassionate, self-motivated Caregivers who are proud to be part of a team of professionals. Providing security, care, and assistance in a serene setting is an ideal fit for a candidate who enjoys working with seniors. The Shift Manager (MedTech) acts as a team leader and direct supervisor of resident caregivers, ensuring that resident needs are met. This role involves distributing medications, assisting in the skill training of new resident caregivers, and developing requests for in-service training. The Shift Manager reports directly to the Administrator and Resident Care Coordinator (RCC). In the absence of the Administrator and RCC, the Shift Manager is responsible for the overall flow of the facility and has the authority to make minor decisions regarding on-floor care and to summon emergency care if a resident is in distress. All other care decisions are made by the Administrator or RCC.

Requirements

Each employee must have a physical examination and tuberculin test performed by a physician. The tests are to be completed (with results) within seven (7) days after hire (unless regulations stipulate completion before employment).
The Department of Social Services (DSS) licensing agency requires that fingerprint livescan and a background check be submitted for the purpose of conducting a criminal record review. Approval must be obtained in order to retain employment.
Willing to submit to any drug screening as requested or required.
All MedTechs must keep their FIRST-AID certification current.
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required: Must be at least 18 years old and older.
Required: Must have prior experience in caregiving and must understand medical pass protocol.
Required skills include leadership, oral/written communication, interpersonal and public interactive skills.
Knowledge of Geriatric care and licensing regulations.
Organization skills: must be able to maintain organizational order and efficiency; maintain resident files, employee records and work area in a tidy and orderly appearance.
Mental: must be able to handle stress well, stay calm under pressure; ability to think and make decisions consistent with policies and procedures and licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

Maintain resident charts and keep other documentation current on facility forms, licensing forms, physician orders and incident reports.
Ensure caregivers carry out their responsibility on the particular shift and resident needs are met, including bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, oral care, hygiene, skin care, perineum care, and other activities of daily living (ADLs), and are delivered to the residents’ function at their highest level physically, cognitively and socially.
Assist residents with mobility and transfers according to approved assistance protocols.
Assist residents at mealtime and daily recreational activities, including crafts, games, music, exercise and interaction.
Communicate resident status changes with the Administrator and RCC.
Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages and central medication storage.
Coordinate physician and other appointments for the particular shift.
Pass medications for the particular shift and read all “Shift Communication Notes” regarding the facility and residents so as to be informed of the condition of the residents, and report such to the Administrator and RCC.
Provide leadership to direct care staffs by identifying and communicating resident care priorities.
Completes and follows in-house safety program and ensures all compliance with all safety laws (e.g. OSHA, Title 22, Fire Authority, etc.).
Understands and promotes the community’s fire and accident prevention, sanitation procedures and use of fire safety equipment.
Perform other duties assigned.