Caregiver / Med Tech

Leisure Living; Michigan; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wages On-Demand

Full Benefits and PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

$1.00 Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

$1.75 Shift Differential for 3rd Shift

3rd shift differential $1.75

Job summary

A senior living community is seeking a Med Tech Caregiver responsible for providing comfort and safety to residents. The role includes administering medications and assisting with daily activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be CPR certified. Full benefits and paid time off are offered for full-time employees. Join a supportive team focused on enhancing residents' quality of life in Cascade Township, Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Must have CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents according to physician orders.
• Maintain clear documentation of medication and treatments.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living per service plans.

Skills

Ability to multi-task

Effective oral and written communication skills

Professional telephone etiquette

Team oriented self-starter

Communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leisure Living - Cascade Trails Senior Living

Position Location: 1225 Spaulding Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Med Tech Caregiver
• Wages On-Demand allowing early access to your earned wages before payday
• Full Benefits and PTO for Full Time Employees
• Tuition Reimbursement
• $1.00 Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• $1.75 Shift Differential for 3rd Shift

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing comfort, safety and general supervision to residents by assisting them with activities of daily living, administering medications and tending to their individual care needs, while learning their unique preferences and personalities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administer medications to residents according to physician orders and document completion
• Review eMAR each shift to ensure timely administration of medications and treatments
• Review incoming medication physician orders for accuracy. Update eMAR accordingly
• Partner with residents to provide needed/requested assistance with activities of daily living as outlined in the residents’ service plans
• Answer resident call lights, as well as door and safety alarms promptly
• Observe and report resident behavior and condition changes to Care Coordinator and Director of Resident Care
• Order/re-order medications to ensure adequate supply is available
• Complete daily charting, documentation, and reporting as required
• Obtain resident weights and vitals
• Participate in training new employees as requested
• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, work areas and common spaces according to cleaning schedule
• Clean and disinfect spills and soiled areas as needed or directed
• Assist with meal set up and clean up as needed or requested
• Participate in or lead activities as planned by Life Enrichment. Assist and remind residents to participate in activities
• Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors
• Remain awake and alert while on shift

Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and Experience

High school diploma/GED is required.

Certificates and Licenses

Must have CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.

Computer Skills

Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.

Other Requirements

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
• Developed organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
• Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
• Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand – Frequently
• Walk – Frequently
• Sit – Frequently
• Reach outward – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Climb – N/A
• Squat or Kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• Twist – Occasionally
• Lift/Carry/Transfer
  • 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs. – N/A
  • 51-100 lbs. – N/A
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A
• Push/Pull
  • 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs. – N/A
  • 51-100 lbs. – N/A
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer