Med Tech

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills; Edgemont (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills seeks Med Techs to join their team for the 2pm–10pm shift. As a certified Medication Aide you will support resident wellness, administer medications, and provide leadership in daily care and services for our elders.

You will participate in PSPs, monitor changes in care, communicate with families, and assist with vital signs and monthly wellness visits; weekend/evening availability is required. Experience in assisted living or dementia care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be certified Medication Aide and meet state requirements.
• Minimum one year of experience with elders or disabled individuals.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours.
• Leadership capabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify ongoing needs via PSP and Personalized Service Plan (PSP).
• Ensure follow-through and documentation for changes in clinical care needs.
• Assist Wellness Nurse with monthly wellness visits and PSP updates.
• Inform Wellness Director/Executive Director of changes in medication or service level.
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly prior to monthly wellness visit.
• Assist with resident care as needed.

Skills

Certified Medication Aide

Leadership

Resident care

Education

Experience with elders or disabled individuals

Dementia care or Skilled Nursing knowledge

Job description

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills is seeking Med Techs to join their team!

Shift Details: 2pm to 10pm

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