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SUMMARY OF DUTIES: An employee in this position supports the Director of Resident Care (DRC) and delivers resident care and medication pass to residents in a Home for Aged (HFA) Assisted Living and Memory Care environment. Med Tech is responsible for monitoring and implementing each resident’s individualized service care plan along with their medication administration needs. The Med Tech position works under the direction of the Director of Resident Care. This employee is a working care staff position and is responsible for his/her shift duties as well as specifically assigned duties as directed by the DRC. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES * Monitor each resident’s service care plan to ensure the individuals physical, mental and social needs of the service care plan are being met, including reassessment of any resident who has experienced a change in their physical and/or mental condition. * Develop and maintain an open relationship with residents of the community through regular interaction, encourage and support residents with their involvement in the community. Meet with DRC to determine needs and challenges of resident care * Monitor documentation in and completion of resident records, medication administration record, and physician orders to ensure compliance; conduct resident chart audits to ensure accuracy and completeness of resident’s medical record. * Responsible for safety of residents at all times including in cases of emergencies; identify potential safety hazards, initiate corrective action to address potential hazards and inform DRC. * Participate in/knowledge of scheduled events regarding resident safety/health, e.g. resident vital signs, fire drills, resident TB testing, flu/pneumonia vaccinations * Maintain clean and organized Medication Rooms, including maintenance of equipment and inventory of resident care supplies including PPE and first aid supplies, etc; report to DRC needed supplies, equipment repairs, etc. * Practice appropriate lifting and transfer techniques when assisting residents; awareness of general safety, environmental, and infection control procedures; familiar with (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment and universal precautions relating to OSHA-Blood-borne Pathogen Standard. * Knowledge of location of community’s Disaster Manual and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the reporting system specified in the Right to Know policy. * Excellent attendance, timeliness in reporting to work, and discussion of all absences, injuries and illnesses with DRC; attendance at professional seminars and community activities. * Attend minimum of 10 in-service training programs per 12 month period. POSITION REQUIRMENTS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES * Ability to perform necessary job responsibilities of Resident Care Assistant and Medication Passer. * Ensure all resident care needs are performed as well as resident calls to be answered in a timely manner. * Friendly, courteous manner; highly motivated, patient; excellent communication skills to direct resident care to range of residents with varying degrees of abilities. * Knowledge of assisted living and memory care principles, techniques, methods and current trends/developments regarding resident care including knowledge of Resident’s Rights, federal/state licensing and regulations for Home for Aged community. * Knowledge of computer PC operations and software e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.; good organizational and prioritization skills. * Ability to be flexible, solve problems/conflicts effectively in a sensitive and calm manner, act independently and carry out oral and/or written instructions; ability to react quickly and decisively in the event of an emergency. * Affinity for seniors and genuine care regarding their well-being with an ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct for the welfare of residents; compassionate; demonstrate an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the resident and an understanding of their rights, the aging process and diseases of the elderly. * Display honesty, integrity, dependability and ability to work as a team member, possess good leadership and interpersonal skills and maintain a positive attitude toward employment; able to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality of resident and employee information in compliance with HIPPA regulations. * Reliable transportation to work with flexibility to work on any day of the week, any designated shift. * Ability to identify own personal strengths and weaknesses and discuss with supervision. * Satisfactory references, background check, drug screen, pre-employment physical and current PPD(or chest x-ray) for tuberculosis. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE CNA Certification or minimum 2 years experience in health related and/or elder care environment Previous work experience as a Resident Care Assistant and Medication Passer Other management experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMTNS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a residential community setting; possible exposure to unpleasant conditions such as cleaning of human waste and bodily fluids to maintain a sanitary environment for residents, visitors and staff of the community.
• Speaking and hearing required to perform job responsibilities; reading/writing; understand directions and communicate verbally.
• Specific vision abilities required include color, close and far vision acuity, depth perception and ability to adjust vision focus.
• Employee must be in good physical health and have the ability to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, reach, walk-at least 3 miles/day, sit, lift, grasp, perform repetitive motions involving extensive bending/twisting-at least 25 times/day, stooping, pushing, pulling, fingering, wrist motions and foot operations; ability to stand for an extended period of time without significant rest period; possess the strength/stamina to lift more than 100 lbs. with assist.

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