Med Tech/Resident Assistant

Sonata Senior Living; Lake Mary (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults as a Medication Manager. In this vital role, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their medication needs while ensuring their comfort and safety. Your contributions will be essential in providing high-quality care that respects individuality and promotes well-being. This position offers the opportunity to work in a compassionate environment that values teamwork and integrity. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and have the skills to provide exceptional care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in medication procedures and elderly care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with self-administration of medication.
• Ensure confidentiality and document medication administration accurately.

Skills

Medication procedures

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic mathematical skills

Ability to assist elderly

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medication Technician certificate

Training in home care

Tools

ALIS

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Sonata Senior Living enriches the lives of older adults through innovative programming, services and care that honor individuality and personal choice.

Sonata Senior Living is committed to providing the highest-quality senior living services with sensitivity and compassion to our residents, staff and guests AT ALL TIMES. We actively seek new ways of exceeding the expectations of residents, colleagues, and guests on an ongoing basis by placing customer service and resident choice at the center of everything we do through our Core Values.

Excellence - We are committed to providing excellent service; to everyone, at all times.

Integrity - We will honor the truth; in accordance with the highest principles and ethics.

Respect - We will demonstrate respect to every individual; without exception.

Passion - We are driven by enthusiasm for those that we serve; our residents, guests, and Team Members.

Teamwork - We will develop people and foster teamwork through mutual respect and communication.

SUMMARY

The Medication Manager is responsible for tracking, preparation and assistance with self-administration of medication to residents in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. Provide resident care through assisting residents to ensure their cleanliness, nourishment, rest and activity in a manner conducive to the residents' comfort and safety. The Medication Manager performs all the duties of assisting with activities and daily living in accordance with the Company’s established procedures and as may be directed by the Executive Director, Wellness Director, Resident Care Coordinator, Wellness Nurse, and Pharmacy Consultant and/or Medical Consultant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Check with the Wellness Director, your Supervisor, and/or the Resident Care Coordinator (if applicable) for medication updates.
• Prepare medication for assistance with self-administration to each resident with attention to ensure the following: Right resident - Right drug - Right time - Right route - Right dosage.
• Assist with self-administration of medications to resident using ALIS and the following guide:
• Bring medication to resident in either suite or common areas. Medication cannot be administered in the dining room.
• Ensure confidentiality of resident medication.
• Check photo of resident or ask name prior to administering.
• Offer water or juice. Make sure to observe that each resident is swallowing medication.
• Document appropriately in ALIS immediately after each resident is administered his or her medication.
• Answer resident questions regarding medication or notify the Wellness Director of resident concerns.
• Upon completion of assisting each resident with self-administration of medications return all non-dispensed medication to the cart. Lock the cart after each pass.
• Document legible all resident concerns made while administering the medication.
• Wash hands before and after administering each resident’s medication.
• Complete resident treatments as outlined in ALIS.
• Assist Supervisor with checking in medications from the pharmacy.
• Prepare resident medications to accompany residents on short-term absences from the home. Document the procedures legibly.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of medication cart.
• Restock medication cart with cups and spoons after all medication passes are completed.

Resident Assistant Duties: All duties as stated in the Resident Assistant job description.

COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors and team members.

Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, team member, residence, company information and records.

Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.

Complies with the attendance policy.

Complies with the cell phone and social media policies.

Maintains neat appearance, good personal hygiene and appropriate uniform.

Participates in training, in services and attends meetings when required.

Assists with special projects as assigned and performs other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prior to presence in the community, applicant must have completed a Post Hire Health Questionnaire upon offer of employment. A TB test result must be received with 7 days of employment. Previous TB test results cannot be older than 6 months; chest x-ray results 2 years. A Criminal Record Clearance is required prior to team member’s starting date.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated from high school or have a GED. Training and experience in medication procedures and one year or more work experience in home care for the elderly or Long-Term Care is preferred. Knowledge of or ability to learn about various disabilities such as memory impairment, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis as well as others as population dictates.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or team members of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess Medication Technician certificate and/or proof of training (State Specific) with appropriate annual updates. Must carry and maintain current first aide certificate.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proficient with MSWord, MS Excel, and other systems knowledge is helpful. Basic typing skills essential.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Position requires the ability to stand, reach, bend/stoop/crouch, push/pull/lift/carry up to 50lbs, twisting/turning and repetitive motion.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES Must have good vision, hearing and speech.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhausted list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Sonata Senior Living

I have read my job description and I understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to abide by the requirements set forth. I understand this job description is subject to change at any time without prior notice and that if a change is made, I will be provided with an updated version in a timely manner.

Team Member Signature Date

About the company

Sonata Senior Living communities offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care lifestyle options in central and south Florida.