NOC MedTech: Medication Oversight & Resident Support

Silvergate Retirement Residences; Fallbrook (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Silvergate Retirement Residences seeks a MedTech to assist residents with self-administration of medications and to supervise daily living activities. You will ensure accurate med documentation and coordinate with pharmacies to keep prescriptions current.

In addition, you will monitor resident health metrics, assist in hydration and nutrition, communicate with families and physicians, and participate in ongoing training to uphold California Title 22 standards and best practices in gerontology

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current and valid State of California CPR certification.
• First Aid Certification.
• Knowledge of State of California requirements set forth in Title 22.
• Knowledge and thorough understanding of Gerontology, Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
• Knowledge and ability to assist residents with medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications following company standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete medication documentation for each resident.
• Count controlled substances at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Maintain proper security, storage, and destruction of medications with documentation.
• Coordinate with pharmacies to ensure timely prescription filling and delivery.
• Review physician orders and lab requests; follow up with residents as needed.
• Correspond with physicians to ensure up-to-date medications; chart changes.
• Communicate with family members about medications; ensure timely delivery and stock.
• Notify physicians and family members of condition changes or medical problems.
• Oversee monthly weights of residents and report significant changes.
• Assist in collection of urine samples for resident testing.
• Monitor hydration and nutritional program for residents.
• Maintain all supplies needed in the medication program.
• Respond to resident and family telephone inquiries.
• Work with Transportation to take residents to appointments.
• Proactively obtain medical care to minimize emergency calls.
• Collaborate with Hospice agencies to ensure comfort and care plans.
• Operate equipment and utilize supplies cost-effectively.
• Attend training sessions and in-service meetings.

Skills

Gerontology

Dementia care

English communication

Team leadership

Time management

Confidentiality

Job description

Silvergate Retirement Residences seeks a MedTech to assist residents with self-administration of medications and to supervise daily living activities. You will ensure accurate med documentation and coordinate with pharmacies to keep prescriptions current.

In addition, you will monitor resident health metrics, assist in hydration and nutrition, communicate with families and physicians, and participate in ongoing training to uphold California Title 22 standards and best practices in gerontology