Med Tech-Avamere Hillsboro

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Avamere Living seeks a Med Tech to administer medications and provide direct care to residents at Avamere at Hillsboro. The role supports licensed nursing staff and follows physician orders within policy.

You will pass meds, document in EMR, monitor for side effects, and assist with appointments to improve residents' quality of life. The position requires experience in memory care or assisted living, CPR/First Aid certification, and a willingness to obtain a Food Handler's Card.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in memory care or assisted living.
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
• Experience with electronic medical records documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications according to physician orders under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Record medications in the resident's medical record and notify pharmacy when refills are needed.
• Maintain a clean medication cart and room, monitor for side effects, and report to Health Services.
• Assist with medical appointments, communicate with providers, and advocate for residents.
• Document changes in residents' status and follow care plans and facility policies.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks as assigned and participate in in-service education.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Description: Med Tech-Assisted Living and Memory Care

Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

Wage: $19.70-$25.70/hr DOE

Attendance bonus: The perfect attendance bonus in a pay period will be $100.00 for a full-time employee and $75.00 for a part-time employee.

Location: Avamere at Hillsboro, 2000 SE 30th Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97123

Job Summary

The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse and in accordance with facility policy.
• Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident's record.
• Notify the pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and their comprehensive assessment as assigned.
• Assisting with medical appointments, communicating with healthcare providers, and advocating for the residents' needs
• Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents' status, personal needs, and communications with outside providers in the electronic medical record.
• Complete accident and incident reports in a timely manner and according to facility policy
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education programs as assigned.
• Promptly report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under their supervision.
• Work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Benefits:

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind-so you can focus on making a difference every day.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU 503

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.