Memory Care Med-Tech - PM Shift Job Pasadena area,California USA,Healthcare

Job Details:

Job Location:

Pasadena Highlands - Pasadena, CA 91104, Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly, Job Shift: PM,

$400 Hiring Bonus $200 paid out after training completed and $200 after 6 months of employment

Pasadena Highlands is looking for dependable and caring individual to join our team as a Memory Care Med-Tech.

Salary:
Starting at $19.00/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

At the direction of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director, coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician. Prior to resident’s arrival, inform the local pharmacy of the medication needs of new residents, verify medications and proper dosages with physician. Medication is not to be dispensed until verification with physician is complete.

Order additional medications as needed and directed by the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director.

Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills.

Report to the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director any changes in medication order for residents, residents requiring extra services on a continual basis, and any changes in resident physical or mental status.

Assist the Resident Services Director in maintaining and providing accurate and inclusive records on all residents. This may include the completion of Medication Administration Record (MAR) duplicate sheets for any changes in a particular resident’s medication, performing monthly audits/checks on all residents’ charts, assisting with the processing of a new resident’s paperwork, filing and maintaining resident files in a professional manner.

As requested, maintain an inventory of all department supplies. Notify the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director timely and/or place supply orders, with a supervisor’s approval, when supply levels reach a pre-designated threshold.

As directed, act as the main point of contact for physicians, family members and vendors in the absence of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director.

At the direction of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director, assist with department scheduling including covering call-offs, vacations and the elimination of overtime.

As required, update the Caregiver Monthly Assignment Journal, Medication Technician Med List and 24 Hour Communication Log.

Assists residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and within the scope of practice, policy and procedures and Title 22 Regulations.

Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal and notify supervisor and/or Executive Director.

Maintain accurate, complete and confidential resident medication and care records according to established procedure and state law.

Keep medicine carts and areas orderly, clean and appropriately stocked and locked. Maintain upkeep and cleanliness of medicine carts and medication rooms.

Assist medication aides and caregivers in the performance…