Med Tech (Med Aide)

Cascade Living Group; Spring Valley (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Longevity Bonuses

Perks at Work

Payroll Advances

Pet Insurance

Career Pathways

Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Life Insurance

Discount Program

Job summary

Cascade Living Group's Heritage Springs community is seeking a Med Tech (Med Aide) to assist residents and administer medications as part of individualized treatment plans. You will communicate with residents, families, physicians, and staff to support thriving outcomes.

The role requires NV Medication Certification, flexibility to work evenings/weekends, and contributes to the team delivering compassionate care in assisted living and memory care settings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing practices and methods used in resident care.
• Experience with dementia patients is preferred.
• Able to show reliability and punctuality in shift work.

Responsibilities

• Contribute information for customized service plans.
• Document medications and chart PRN results in MAR.
• Respond to family and physician calls as directed.
• Improve residents' quality of life through consistent care.
• Collaborate with clinical team to address needs promptly.
• Support Cascade Living's mission, values and beliefs.

Skills

Nursing practices

Elderly care

Reliable transportation

Compassionate

Ownership attitude

Communication

Flexible hours

Education

NV Medication Certification

Job description

As a Med Tech (Med Aide) with Heritage Springs, you’re responsible for administering medications and assisting residents in a variety of ways to support their individual treatment plans. Your ability to identify, diagnose and communicate concerns with not only residents, but with their families, physicians and staff is vital when it comes to ensuring that our residents are thriving.

What we look for in a Med Tech (Med Aide):

• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to resident care
• Previous experience working with the elderly, specifically those with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related conditions
• Reliable transportation and dependable when it comes to showing up on time
• Compassionate individuals with the flexibility to perform various duties
• Ownership attitude who is able to stay focused despite interruptions throughout the day
• Effective communicator who connects with staff, residents and their families
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends

What you can expect to do as a Med Tech (Med Aide):

• Contribute information vital to the development and implementation of customized service plans
• Administration of treatment plans and chart medications in Medication Administration Record, document results of PRN medications and record any missed medications
• Answer and respond to calls/concerns from family members and physicians as directed.
• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life our residents by maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency
• Work with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter
• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

Position Requirements:

• NV Medication Certification

$18.00 - $20.00/hour
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Part Time (Assisted Living)
• Full Time (Assisted Living/Memory Care split)
• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401k (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living is committed to the quality of life around us as individuals and as a company. You'll find that we're different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well...

Heritage Spring (Assisted Living and Memory Care)provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us at:

https://www.cascadeliving.com/community/heritage-springs/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].