Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Memory Care - PRN - Days

ProMedica; West Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents in memory care. As a Medication Technician, you will play a vital role in assisting residents with their prescribed medications and daily activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of elderly individuals, particularly those with dementia. With a focus on empathetic care and teamwork, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy amazing benefits such as Daily Pay, employee discounts, and appreciation events while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Daily Pay

Uniforms

Referral bonus

Employee appreciation events

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; must complete training and be certified as per state regulations.
• Experience with elderly and dementia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with prescribed medications and treatments under Nurse Supervisor supervision.
• Support residents in daily activities including personal care and socialization.

Skills

Basic reading and writing skills

Ability to speak English

Empathy

Attention to detail

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification as required by state regulations

Job description

Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Memory Care - PRN - Days - (87353)

Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care Richmond (located in Midlothian) is hiring a PRN Medication Aide (Med Tech)

The Medicine Aide/Technician assists with prescribed medications and treatments, as defined by state regulations, to residents and maintains related work records under the supervision of the Nurse Supervisor. The Medicine Aide/Technician also acts as a Resident Caregiver which assists residents in all aspects of their daily life as indicated in the resident service plan, including personal care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs. This position requires tact, sensitivity, and professionalism due to the constant interaction with residents and families to guarantee their satisfaction.

AMAZING benefits including Daily Pay, no mandate to stay over for shift coverage, uniforms, referral bonus, employee appreciation events, EAP, employee discounts through Perk Spot and more for PRN staff.

Job Requirements

1. Education: High School diploma or equivalent; Must successfully complete the required training; empathetic, resourceful, high self-esteem, flexible, responsive, attention to detail, compassionate, and friendly; must be able to work as part of a team; Ability to read thermometers, charts and testing equipment; Good physical and mental health.
2. Skills: Basic reading and writing skills, and ability to speak English.
3. Years of Experience: Knowledge and experience in working with elderly required; Previous experience working with dementia preferred.
4. License: N/A.
5. Certification: Must be certified, as required, by state regulations.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for prolonged periods; Ability to push and pull objects and lift and carry up to 20 pounds, unassisted, on a frequent basis; Ability to push and pull objects and lift and carry up to 50 pounds, unassisted; Full use of hands, arms, and legs (for washing, bathing, dressing, writing, cleaning).

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [e-mail].

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