Med Tech​/ Personal Care Aide (PCA) - Part Time, Second Shift

Job Details:

Job Location:

Poplar Run - Myerstown, PA 17067 | Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00

Performs resident care services and duties according to the department standards. Required knowledge of assignments to meet schedule needs as pertinent to the Aging in Place or Personal Care Unit. Full Time & Part Time status required to work every other weekend.

• Assume responsibility for physician rounds and order transcriptions, as needed
• Assist residents as needed with administration of medications and/or administer, and communicate to pharmacy reorder needs to assure prompt medication delivery
• Document in residents charts as necessitated by residents condition and communicate any changes or incidents at change of shift via verbal report
• Provide activities as listed on monthly activity calendar as issued by Administrator
• Ensure knowledge and promote the development and compliance of individual resident support plans
• Respond to resident needs related to the AIP program (if applicable at facility)
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Administer medications
• Complete chart documentation
• Monitor glucose and give insulin
• Setting, serving and cleaning up dining room
• Collecting and processing laundry
• Collecting trash
• Must have CPR, First Aid, and Diabetic training/certification
• Immediately report resident related care concerns about treatment or abuse to the Department Supervisor as well as the Executive Director of the facility
• Interact with Team Members, Residents, and Guests in a courteous and professional manner
• Be accountable for all information in the Team Member Handbook
• Maintain confidentiality of resident, Team Member, family and facility information
• Understand and uphold Resident Rights
• Follow each Residents Plan of Care
• Follow oral and written instructions for all duties assigned and performed in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Complete assigned tasks in accordance with organization, facility, and department procedures
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Use supplies in an efficient and cost effective manner
• Ensure equipment is treated with proper care and is used only for the purposes and in accordance for which it was designed to be used for
• Follow facility reporting guidelines for any equipment that is not functioning properly or needs repair
• Use Infection control practices, including Standard Precautions, to prevent the spread of diseases
• Maintain cleanliness of work area
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, as directed
• Complete all documentation per facility protocol and Standards of Practice
• Follow all IT protocols, including submission of Sysaids, for all technology related issues
• Answer call bells and assist as able

• Interpersonal and Resident Relations:
  Interacts effectively with others and actively participates as a committed team member. This includes interacting in a respectful, professional manner; remaining calm in difficult interactions; assisting coworkers; listening to and involving others; objectively considering others ideas and opinions, and interacting effectively with people from varied and diverse backgrounds; creating an environment of positive and professional demeanor for residents.
• Following Policies and Procedures:
  Follows Company and departmental policies and procedures. This includes Federal, state, and local requirements and regulations; safety policies and procedures; the team member handbook; properly storing and disposing regulated medical waste; maintaining a clean and orderly workspace; dresses in proper attire; upholding ethical standards; and maintaining privacy and confidentiality of personal information of residents and team members.
• Work Orientation:
  Ensures that work activities are completed thoroughly, accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner ensuring quality standards are met. This includes taking the initiative to complete job tasks; working without close supervision; being committed, reliable, trusted, and accountable for completing work activities; regularly and dependably being at work on time (i.e. good punctuality); and willingness to accept schedule changes or work additional hours as required by the company.
• Company Representation:
  Supports the reputation of the company and its services. This involves not tarnishing the image of the company during all written and oral communications with residents, families and friends of residents, suppliers, medical facilities, and members of the surrounding communities. This includes discussing company or departmental issues or problems in appropriate areas only with appropriate personnel.
• Safety:
  Follows Company policies, procedures, and practices related to safe work practices. This includes being knowledgeable about facility and industry standards, using all safety equipment provided, recommending safety equipment not currently in use that could prevent future injury, and being alert and aware of…