Med Tech

Company: Dominion Village at Williamsburg
Location: Williamsburg
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Medication Tech
Why Charter Senior Living?
"I believe in the Charter Mission. - To Enhance the Human Spirit. I do this every day as I help care for our residents. - They may need extra help throughout the day, but I know during these times that I am enhancing their spirit. - I feel honored to make such a difference in someone's life!: - --Charter Senior Living Associate -

Offering Health Insurance for Full Time Associates -
Charter Benefits:

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• Competitive Hourly Wage
  
• Perfect Attendance bonus offered monthly- Earn an extra $100 per month (after taxes). - -
  
• Health Insurance -
  
• 401K
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Employee Referral Bonus
  
• Resident Referral Bonus
  
  Your potential is unlimited. - As a small boutique company, we are committed to helping each of our Associates have more than just a "job". - We want each of our associates to feel like they have a career and an opportunity to grow. Learn more about Charter and how you can become part of an organization that is committed to the future of their Associates.
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  POSITION SUMMARY
  The Medication Tech is responsible for all duties in relation to safely administering medications and treatments to the residents. - This position requires legible, accurate documentation on the medication record and in the resident chart. It also requires a responsible demeanor in order for the resident population to have confidence in your ability to administer medications and treatments. -
  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  
  
• Administers the medications and treatments, according to the scheduled times, following the medication administration protocol.
  
• Understands and appropriately documents on the 24-hour communication reports.
  
• Notify the Executive Director/Resident Care Coordinator when there is not enough staff scheduled.
  
• Good communication skills are required.
  
• Assists residents with transportation and appointments as needed.
  
• Maintains confidentiality with resident and fellow employee's information.
  
• Notifies Resident Care Coordinator /Executive Director/HSD of resident changes of condition.
  
• Assists with monthly medication records as needed.
  
• Assists with cycle fill or re-ordering of medications.
  
• Understands and returns medications for credit as needed.
  
• Timely notify the pharmacy of any discrepancies
  
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the Medication room and medication cart.
  
• Has knowledge of, and can demonstrate proper technique, or can learn how to assist with: a gait belt, sit to stand lift, transfer board, oxygen equipment, C-Pap, Nebulizer, catheter, specimen, transfer pole, trapeze, wheelchair, scale, and other equipment as directed by the Resident Care Coordinator/HSD.
  
• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights.
  
• Accurately completes an incident report and begins the investigation of the incident.
  
• Notifies family, MD, resident, and management if incidents or errors occur while on shift.
  
• Capable of assisting in the care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 50 pounds.
  
• Keep current on First Aid/CPR and Medication Administration skills.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management staff.
  
  UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS
  
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  • Exposure to blood/body fluid likely.
    
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    
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    • Must be able to easily lift and carry 50 lbs. Must be able to stand, walk, stoop and/or bend for periods of up to eight hours with breaks as provided for in the employee handbook.
      
      OTHER REQUIREMENTS
      
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      • Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary.
        
      • Preferred proficiency in English. Attends in-services monthly required for the position. Receives and maintains CPR certification.
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