Med Tech

Phoenix Senior Living; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Senior Living is seeking Med Techs / Certified Medication Aides to join The Pearl at Watkins Centre. The role includes medication administration and resident care leadership within our wellness-focused program.

Candidates should hold a valid Medication Aide certification, have relevant elder-care experience, and be able to work weekends and evenings. Leadership skills and knowledge of dementia care are highly valued in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Medication Aide (state requirements may apply).
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals (preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a care setting.
• Knowledge of Assisted Living and Dementia care is preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours to meet resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Identifies ongoing needs and services of residents through the PSP process.
• Ensures proper follow-through and documentation for changes in clinical care needs.
• Assists Wellness Nurse with completing monthly wellness visits and PSP to reflect residents.
• Informs Wellness/Executive Director of changes in medication or service levels.
• Assists with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly prior to monthly wellness visit.
• Assists with resident care as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Medication Aide Certification

Job description

Description

The Pearl at Watkins Centre is seeking Med Techs to join their team!

Shift Details

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