Med Tech - FT

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Scheduling

Telehealth options

Training and Development

Telehealth

HSA Options

Job summary

A senior living community in Charleston is seeking a dedicated Med Tech to provide quality care and assistance with daily living activities. Responsibilities include administering medications, reporting resident incidents, and maintaining a clean living environment. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, complete a Medication Aide Course, and possess a current Med Tech license. Enjoy flexible scheduling and a variety of employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and work well with personnel.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to become certified.
• Satisfactorily pass 2 medication observations annually.
• Satisfactorily pass all medication cart audits.
• CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 60 days.
• Able to work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with daily living.
• Assist with the administration of prescribed medications.
• Report incidents involving residents to appropriate individuals.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed by supervisor.
• Plan and conduct activity programs for residents.
• Document medication administration in EMAR/MAR and Daily Log.
• Re-order medications and communicate changes with family/RP.
• Move residents to dining and activities and assist transfers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medication Aide Course

Med Tech license from State Board of Nursing

Tools

EMAR/MAR systems

Job description

Med Tech - FT page is loaded## Med Tech - FTlocations: Charleston, South Carolinatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-0012491925 Essex Farms Drive, Charleston, South Carolina 29414# Job DescriptionThe Med Tech provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents of the community as well as assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.Assists with the administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice. Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position Assists residents with activities of daily living Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED) Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support Attendance to all medication trainings scheduled Complete medication cart audits as assigned and maintain the medication cart as directed Pass all medication administration observations Communicates all medication resident needs to the HCD and documents in the Daily Log Re-orders medications, faxes to pharmacy, communicates with resident family/RP as needed with changes. Reports in Daily Log Documents all medication administration on the EMAR/MAR. Reports all exceptions to the HCD and documented on EMAR and Daily Log Other duties as assigned Requirements: Must have High School Diploma or GED Must have completed the Medication Aide Course. Must possess current and Med Tech license from the State Board of Nursing in good standing Must satisfactorily pass 2 medication observations annually Must satisfactorily pass all medication cart audits assigned Must attend 4 additional hours of medication administration education annually Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge and a smile Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies* 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages* Employee Referral Bonus + Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail discounts, finance/legal, consulting, electronics, and more!)* Training, Development & Career Laddering* Great work-life balance* Flexible Scheduling* Telehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account Options