Med Tech - Senior Living / Gresham, OR

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

EAP

HSA/FSA

Voluntary Insurance

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living is seeking a Medication Tech for Avamere at Chestnut Lane in Gresham, OR. This PRN / On-Call role requires compassionate care in a Deaf/DeafBlind community with varied shifts.

You will administer medications and provide direct care to residents, documenting in EMR and coordinating with the nursing team to meet safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in Memory Care or Assisted Living.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification during employment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Experience with electronic medical records documentation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents.

Responsibilities

• Pass medications according to physician orders, delegated by and under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• 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 room.
• Monitor and report side effects of medications to the Director of Health Services.
• Obtain/provide shift reports and document changes to medication orders.
• Follow care plans based on residents' needs and assessments.
• Assist with medical appointments and advocate for residents' needs.
• Observe residents for health changes and report concerns.
• Document changes in residents' status in EMR.
• Complete accident/incidents reports timely.
• Perform delegated nursing services as assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-service education programs.
• Report changes in resident conditions to the Director of Health Services.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Medication Tech experience

Memory Care

Assisted Living

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Description:

Medication Tech

Status: PRN / On-Call

Schedule: Various Shifts

Location: Avamere at Chestnut Lane - 1219 NE 6th St., Gresham, OR 97030

Avamere at Chestnut Lane is a Deaf and DeafBlind Community. The ideal candidate will be someone proficient in ASL or willing to learn.

The primary role of the Medication Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents.

• 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.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Caregiver and Medication Tech in a Memory Care Unit and 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.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Benefits:

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind-so you can focus on making a difference every day.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU 503

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify