Certified Medication Tech; CMT

OUR MISSIONAt Tamarisk Senior Living and JCS Rhode Island, we are committed to providing dignified care wherever our residents call home. We honor the unique journey of everyone, creating a warm, supportive community where residents can live with independence, purpose, and respect. Our team members are essential to fulfilling this mission by delivering compassionate, person-centered care that embraces the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.

POSITION SUMMARY The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) / Medication Aide plays a vital role in upholding our mission of dignified care by ensuring safe medication administration and providing compassionate direct care to residents. This position is responsible for administering medications in accordance with Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) regulations, physician orders, and Tamarisk Senior Living policies, while supporting residents in maintaining their health, independence, and quality of life wherever they call home whether in assisted living or memory care settings.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Medication Administration Administers medications as directed by the Director of Resident Care in strict accordance with RIDOH regulations (216-RICR-40-05-22), physician/prescriber orders, and Tamarisk policies and procedures

Follows the "Five Rights" of medication administration: right patient, right drug, right dose, right time, and right route of administration

Accurately documents all medications administered, withheld, or refused in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) with appropriate notation of reasons

Administers medications via approved routes: oral, sublingual, buccal, eye, ear, nasal, rectal, vaginal, topical (including patches and transdermal), and metered-dose inhalers

Administers PRN (as needed) medications according to physician orders and documents resident response

Notifies licensed nurse immediately of any medication errors, adverse reactions, or concerns

Person-Centered, Dignified Care Provides compassionate, dignified care that honors each resident's individuality, preferences, and right to make choices about their daily life Supports residents in maintaining maximum independence and participating in decisions regarding their care Creates a homelike environment where residents feel safe, valued, and respected

Recognizes and responds to each resident's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs

Treats all residents with kindness, patience, and respect regardless of cognitive status or care needs

Direct Resident Care Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility in a manner that preserves dignity and promotes independence

Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) and reports abnormal findings

Monitors and documents resident weight, intake and output as assigned

Observes residents for changes in condition, behavior, or cognitive status and reports concerns promptly to nursing staff

Encourages residents to participate in activities, social engagement, and community life Responds promptly to resident call lights and requests for assistance with a caring, positive attitude

Memory Care

Specific Duties (if applicable)
Implements specialized approaches for residents with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and cognitive impairment that honor their dignity and life experiences

Uses therapeutic communication techniques, validation, and behavioral management strategies appropriate for memory care residents

Participates in meaningful activities and engagement programs designed to support cognitive function and quality of life Maintains a calm, structured, homelike environment to reduce resident anxiety and confusion

Recognizes that challenging behaviors are forms of communication and responds with patience and compassion

Safety and Compliance Demonstrates understanding of and complies with RIDOH Exposure Prevention Plan for occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens

Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Follows fire safety, emergency preparedness, and disaster response procedures

Maintains resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Utilizes proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques to prevent injury to self and residents

Reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation immediately to supervisor and appropriate authorities

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