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

ProMedica; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

ProMedica is seeking a Medication Technician (Med Tech) to assist with medications and provide caregiver support to residents in Memory Care. This PRN role includes a supportive benefits package and requires an Ohio Med Tech certification along with necessary skills to work with the elderly.

Benefits

Daily Pay

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts through Perk Spot

Employee appreciation events

Qualifications

• Must hold Ohio Med Tech certificate.
• Must successfully complete required training.
• Knowledge and experience working with elderly required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prescribed medications and treatments.
• Act as a Resident Caregiver, assisting with daily life activities.
• Maintain related work records under supervision of Nurse Supervisor.

Skills

Basic reading and writing skills

Ability to speak English

Ability to read thermometers and charts

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Memory Care - PRN - Variable (94610)

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Job Title

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

Category

Nursing Assistant / Caregiver - Assisted Living

Location

Parma, OH 44133 US (Primary)

Job Description

Arden Courts Parma is hiring a PRN Medication Aide (Med Tech) - must hold Ohio Med Tech certificate

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, assisting 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 constant interaction with residents and families to ensure their satisfaction.

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

Job Requirements

• Education: High School diploma (Springhouse); High School diploma or equivalent (Arden Courts/Linden Village); Must successfully complete the required Springhouse’s/Arden Courts’ training.
• Skills: Basic reading and writing skills, ability to speak English, ability to read thermometers, charts, testing equipment, operate clothes washers, dryers, and kitchen appliances.
• Experience: Knowledge and experience working with elderly required; previous experience working with dementia preferred.
• Certification: Must be certified as required by state regulations.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for prolonged periods; push and pull objects; lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds unassisted; full use of hands, arms, legs for 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 healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, 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 expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other protected category. For accommodations under the ADAAA, contact [e-mail].

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