Med Tech: Compassionate Medication Admin & Vital Signs

Avina of Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Dental & Vision)

Paid Time Off

401k Matching

Daily Pay

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Job summary

Avina of Milwaukee is seeking a Med Tech to provide quality nursing care and assist with medication administration in a skilled nursing setting. You will work closely with facility nurses and may explain upcoming procedures to residents while supporting telehealth appointments.

The role requires current Wisconsin Med Tech certification; prior SNF experience is preferred. You will handle medications, monitor vital signs, and ensure accurate documentation in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Current and active Med Tech certification in the state of Wisconsin.
• 1 year experience as a Med Tech in a skilled nursing setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows current standards of hygiene, safety and infection control when handling, storing and disposing of medications.
• Takes and records vital signs upon administration of medications when required.
• Recognizes the resident's right to refuse medication.
• Notifies the appropriate RN/LPN when making the decision not to administer medication or treatment.
• Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed nurse (RN/LPN).
• Monitors residents who self-administer medications and report deviation from the plan of care to the licensed or registered nurse.
• Secures medication cart.
• Removes discontinued, outdated or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
• Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions for medication provision.
• Accurately documents medication provision.
• Recognizes and reports general reactions to medications.

Skills

Med Tech certification

SNF experience (preferred)

Job description

Avina of Milwaukee is seeking a Med Tech to provide quality nursing care and assist with medication administration in a skilled nursing setting. You will work closely with facility nurses and may explain upcoming procedures to residents while supporting telehealth appointments.

The role requires current Wisconsin Med Tech certification; prior SNF experience is preferred. You will handle medications, monitor vital signs, and ensure accurate documentation in a collaborative team environment.