Med Tech

The Neighborhood at Paducah; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Paducah is seeking Med Techs / Certified Medication Aides to support resident care and wellness programs. You will monitor health status, assist with medications, and collaborate with the Wellness team to maintain high clinical standards.

Ideal candidates hold a certified medication aide credential, have 1+ year experience with elders, and can work weekends and evenings in a supportive Assisted Living setting.

Qualifications

• Must be certified Medication Aide and/or meet state requirements for medication aide.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities are required.
• Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours for peak service delivery times.

Responsibilities

• Identifies ongoing needs and services of residents through the assessment/PSP process.
• Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with changes in clinical care needs.
• Supports Wellness Nurse by completing clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP.
• Inform Wellness Director/Executive Director of changes in medication or service level that may affect tier or move-out.
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for residents and support overall resident care.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Elder care experience

Dementia care

Med Tech Certification

Weekend flexibility

Education

Certified Medication Aide

Job description

Description

The Neighborhood at Paducah 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