Medical Technician

Hampton Manor of Cape Coral; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading assisted living facility is seeking a dedicated caregiver to monitor the medication management program and support daily resident care. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant training, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and residents. Responsibilities include assisting with medication administration, maintaining records, and supporting staff training efforts.

Qualifications

• Education and experience in related caregiving roles.
• Must complete medication management training.
• Certifications in First Aid and CPR may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist with the medication management program.
• Keep medication records updated.
• Assist in training of new staff and ongoing staff support.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

6-hour Medication Management Training

First Aid and CPR Certification

Job description

Monitors the medication management program and assists with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Resident Care Manager and Resident Care Coordinator. Assists the Resident Care Manager and Resident Care Coordinator in supervising and monitoring the daily care given to the residents and assists the Resident Care Manager and Resident Care Coordinator with training as needed.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma; or 2-4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must successfully complete the 6-hour Medication Management Training
• First Aid and CPR Certification if required by state law and/or Company standards
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence. Able to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must be available to work flexible work hours due to demands of position

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in monitoring the medication program
• Keep records updated in the medication administrative files
• Set-up and assist with self-administration of medication
• Order and receive medication
• Keep all medications in their appropriate storage areas and keep medication cupboards, carts and doors locked at all times
• Regularly review the resident’s medication administration record, centrally stored record, pharmacy transaction record, and report any errors to the Resident Care Manager and Resident Care Coordinator
• Keep medication files and medical records current and up to date
• Regular, ongoing communication with the pharmacy, families, residents in assisted living and management staff.
• Assist in updating the service plans and monthly care logs if needed
• Assist in the training of assisted living staff and participate in orientation of new staff as needed
• Perform room visits and room checks on a regular basis
• Assist with resident care
• Assist with dining services
• Assist with laundry services
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned