Med Tech

Phoenix Senior Living; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Retreat at Dalton Assisted Living, part of Phoenix Senior Living, is seeking Med Techs / Certified Medication Aides to join our team. The role covers medication administration, resident monitoring, and supporting wellness and monthly PSP processes.

Responsibilities include leading care support, documenting changes, and coordinating with Wellness Nurse and families. Weekend and evening availability is required to meet peak service needs.

Qualifications

• Must be certified Medication Aide and meet state requirements.
• Minimum one year of experience with elders or disabled individuals preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of Assisted Living and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medication care: administration and monitoring for residents.
• Support wellness activities and care planning with Wellness Nurse.
• Communicate changes in resident care to supervisors and families as needed.
• Perform vital signs and weights and document results for monthly wellness.
• Provide resident care support as needed during shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Medication administration

Geriatric care

Education

Certified Medication Aide (state requirements)

Job description

Description

The Retreat at Dalton Assisted Living is seeking Med Techs to join their team!

Shift Details

Med Tech / Certified Medication Aide 7a-7p or 7p-7a Swing shift ; 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