Med Tech

The Lodge at Blue Ridge; Blue Ridge (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lodge at Blue Ridge in Blue Ridge, GA is seeking a Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide to join our care team. This role supports resident wellness through medication administration, daily care, and documentation, with coverage for mornings and evenings including every other weekend.

Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, coordinating with the Wellness/Executive Directors, and maintaining QA standards while demonstrating leadership and compassion in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Certified Medication Aide credential.
• Experience with elder or disabled populations preferred.
• Ability to lead and coordinate care in an assisted living setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medications for residents.
• Support resident wellness and care plans.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance and communicate with families and support services.
• Demonstrate leadership and support Wellness Nurse and care teams.

Skills

Medication administration

Leadership

Communication with families

Education

Certified Medication Aide

Job description

Med Tech

The Lodge At Blue Ridge Blue Ridge, Georgia, United States

About this position

Description:

The Lodge at Blue Ridge is seeking Med Techs to join their team!

Full Time/Part Time 7a & 7p

Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide

Mon- Fri; Every other weekend

The Med Tech is responsible for monitoring the health and well-being of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to medication care assistance/administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide

Resident Care

• Identifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process
• Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in clinical care needs
• Supports the Wellness Nurse with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident on a monthly basis
• Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completion of monthly wellness visit
• Assist with resident care as needed

Requirements:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide

• Must be certified Medication Aide and/or meet the state requirements for medication aide
• A minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred
• Must have demonstrated Leadership capabilities
• Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferred
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times