Compassionate Med Tech – Memory Care

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

EAP Canopy

HSA & FSA

Voluntary Insurance

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Medication Tech for a swing shift (2pm-10pm). This full-time role focuses on administering medications and delivering direct care to residents with responsibilities including medication pass, record-keeping, and care coordination under licensed supervision.

Requirements include prior caregiver/medication tech experience in memory care or assisted living, CPR/First Aid, and EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a caregiver and medication tech in memory care or assisted living.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident's record.
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned.
• Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents' needs
• Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents' status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record.
• Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education programs as assigned.
• Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision.
• Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Medication tech

Job description

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Medication Tech for a swing shift (2pm-10pm). This full-time role focuses on administering medications and delivering direct care to residents with responsibilities including medication pass, record-keeping, and care coordination under licensed supervision.

Requirements include prior caregiver/medication tech experience in memory care or assisted living, CPR/First Aid, and EMR documentation.