Care Attendant​/Medication Tech

Position Summary:

Medication Techs/Med Techs primarily focus on medication administration and related duties/tasks under the supervision of a nurse and the RN Delegator, following the guidelines provided by Senior Solutions Management Group and State Regulations. This position reports to the Wellness Director.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and SSMGguidelines as directed by the Wellness Director.
• Preparing medications, ensuring proper dosages and administration times, documenting medication given, and monitoring patients for reactions.
• Assist with other patient care tasks and maintain medication inventory.
• Reports any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation to the Wellness Director.
• Responds quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintains close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provides educational meetings for residents and staff as requested by Supervisor.
• Understands role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
• Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of
  accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working
  practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, and
  co-workers.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of SSMG.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months
• related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
  experience.
• Home Health Aid, Personal Care Aid, Private Caregiver
• Must be trainable and available for onsite training, medication training by RN Delegator
• Must be flexible with scheduling and have transportation to and from work for scheduled shifts
• Position also requires resident care when not assisting with medication administration