Med Tech

Seeking a 3PM-11PM certified MT

POSITION TITLE: MEDICATION TECHNICIAN 

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services   

REPORTS TO: Wellness Director     

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The essential functions of the job for the Medication Technician, requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following:
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED 
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for the accurate and timely distribution and documentation of medication for residents in accordance with each resident's physician's orders and applicable regulations.  
• Assist residents in maintaining their total wellbeing by following the established Plan of Care, providing assistance with activities of daily living, social activities, dietary assistance, and Viva Senior Living's philosophies.
• Supervise and care for residents on daily basis according to residents' needs
• Aid with activities of daily living
• Assistance with bathing, shower, and shampoo if necessary
• Help with dressing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair and fingernail care if needed
• Observe, supervise, and record resident self-administration of prescribed medications
• Report refusals and/or reactions to supervisor on duty
• Direct residents and family members to appropriate staff for other needs or information
• Order meal trays for residents when needed
• Report and record observations of changes in residents' condition to director or supervisor in the daily logbook.