Med Tech

The Phoenix at James Creek; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix at James Creek in Cumming, GA is seeking a Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide to monitor residents' health and support wellness programs. Responsibilities include medication administration, documenting care, and communicating with families and staff.

The ideal candidate is a certified Medication Aide with at least one year of experience with elders, can lead care delivery, and is available to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours in our assisted living setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Medication Aide.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a care setting.
• Knowledge of Assisted Living and Dementia care preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Identify residents' ongoing needs and services through assessment/PSP process.
• Ensure documentation for changes in clinical care needs.
• Assist Wellness Nurse with monthly wellness visits and PSP updates.
• Inform Wellness/Executive Directors of changes in meds or services.
• Assist with weights and vital signs and general resident care as needed.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Flexibility

Education

Certified Medication Aide

Job description

Community Name Phoenix at James Creek

Shift Details- All Shifts

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