Certified Medication Technician for Elder Care

Lutheran Senior Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Retirement matching

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness programs

Pay advances

Caregiver support (TCARE)

Perkspot discounts

Commuter support

Job summary

EverTrue is seeking a qualified Certified Medication Technician to provide medication administration and supportive care to residents under nursing supervision. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents remain as active participants in their care as possible.

You will document treatments, monitor for side effects, assist with daily activities, and support care plans while maintaining residents’ dignity and privacy.

Qualifications

• Current CMT certification in the state of practice.
• High-school diploma or GED.
• If working in Pennsylvania: Successful completion of Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course.
• CPR certification and first aid training.
• Prior experience with direct care preferred-Basic computer skills.
• A desire to be part of the “Person Centered Care” team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers medication to residents under the direction of the nursing staff and within the scope of practice for a CMT; and documents accordingly; Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medicines
• Provides medical and physical care, in accordance within the scope of practice, to the residents to meet their daily needs
• Handles the residents’ personal care needs and support in a timed manner; Helps the resident keep their dignity by letting them do as much for themselves as possible
• Observes the residents closely and identifies changing needs and conditions. Reports information to the nursing staff
• Actively participates in the resident’s care/service plan for the purpose of improving the life of the resident
• Assists residents during mealtimes and feeds residents that need full assistance
• Creates and maintains meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Supports the resident’s involvement in decision making regarding their daily activities; Assists the residents with activities
• Assists with therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Respects privacy, follows HIPPA requirements, only shares information on an as needed basis and always knocks on a resident’s door before entering.
• Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by EverTrue policy, federal and state regulations and standard nursing practice. Reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse immediately.
• Documents vital signs including blood pressure, temperature respiration and weight checks and other pertinent information in the resident’s electronic health record
• Responds to incoming phone calls
• May be assigned to serve as the administrator designee (if 21 years of age or older) in the absence of the Personal Care Administrator / Assisted Living Administrator / PC Clinical Director; Evaluates immediate circumstances and contacts highest level of authority to discuss next steps

Skills

CMT certification

High-school diploma

PA DHS medication course

CPR certification

First aid training

Direct care experience

Basic computer skills

Person Centered Care

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course (PA)

Job description

EverTrue is seeking a qualified Certified Medication Technician to provide medication administration and supportive care to residents under nursing supervision. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents remain as active participants in their care as possible.

You will document treatments, monitor for side effects, assist with daily activities, and support care plans while maintaining residents’ dignity and privacy.