Med Tech

The-Retreat-At-Ladys-Island; Oakwood Park (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Retreat at Lady's Island is seeking Med Techs to join their team. This role supports resident health and well-being, with responsibilities including medication care, coordination with support services, and maintaining quality assurance.

Leadership responsibilities are emphasized to support wellness and resident-centered care. Ideal candidates will be a certified Medication Aide with state credentials, have at least one year of experience with elders or disabled individuals, and be available

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Medication Aide or meet state requirements for medication aide.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with elders or disabled individuals (preferred).
• Must demonstrate leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge/experience in Assisted Living and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing (preferred).
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours during peak service days/times.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and well-being of residents.
• Provide leadership support and assist with resident care and services.
• Assist with medication care and administration.
• Communicate with resident support services and families.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance while supporting wellness components.

Skills

Leadership

Resident care

Education

Certified Medication Aide credential

State-approved medication aide certification

Job description

Description

The Retreat at Lady's Island 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