Med Tech for Memory Care: Compassionate Patient Care

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Avamere at Sherwood in Oregon is seeking a Med Tech to administer medications and provide direct care to residents. Swing shift (2-10pm), full-time, with wage $19.70-$25.70/hr DOE.

Attendance bonuses apply for FT and PT staff, and the site offers a full benefits package plus retirement options. The primary role is to support residents’ daily health needs, document care, and coordinate with nursing staff, physicians, and families.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and/or Assisted Living Facility.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Must have 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 medications.
• 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.

Skills

Medication administration

Caregiving

Resident care

CPR/First Aid certification

EMR documentation

Job description

Avamere at Sherwood in Oregon is seeking a Med Tech to administer medications and provide direct care to residents. Swing shift (2-10pm), full-time, with wage $19.70-$25.70/hr DOE.

Attendance bonuses apply for FT and PT staff, and the site offers a full benefits package plus retirement options. The primary role is to support residents’ daily health needs, document care, and coordinate with nursing staff, physicians, and families.