Med Tech: Senior Care Medication Aide (Swing Shift)

Avamere; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

EAP Canopy

HSA/FSA options

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Avamere is seeking a Med Tech to administer medications and provide direct care to residents in a part-time role on a swing shift (2-10pm) including weekends. The position is based at Avamere Bethany in Portland, OR with wage $19.70-$25.70 per hour depending on experience.

You will pass meds under RN supervision, maintain accurate records, assist with appointments, and support the care team to ensure resident well-being. Benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

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

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.
• 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

Caregiver experience

Medication tech experience

Memory care unit

CPR/First Aid

Food handler certification

EMR documentation

18+ years old

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Avamere is seeking a Med Tech to administer medications and provide direct care to residents in a part-time role on a swing shift (2-10pm) including weekends. The position is based at Avamere Bethany in Portland, OR with wage $19.70-$25.70 per hour depending on experience.

You will pass meds under RN supervision, maintain accurate records, assist with appointments, and support the care team to ensure resident well-being. Benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.