Med Tech (Part-Time)

Performs non-professional direct patient care duties under the supervision of nursing personnel and to assist in maintaining a positive physical, social, emotional, and spiritual environment for the residents. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist residents with medications as ordered by their physician(s). Documents all functions related to medication management as required by regulation, and by community protocols as defined in the medication training program. Obtains, receives, and stores medication(s) from pharmacy. Participates in the medication training program and demonstrates competency per the competency checklist. Licensure Requirement: Employee must maintain a current, valid Georgia CMA and CNA license in good standing throughout employment. Failure to maintain the required license or certification may result in removal from duties requiring licensure and may affect continued eligibility for the position, in accordance with applicable law. You are required to notify the Company immediately if their license expires, lapses, is suspended, restricted, revoked, or otherwise becomes inactive. Maintains order, cleanliness in medication storage area. Assist residents with daily bath, dressing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, preparation for activities within the community, reminders of medical appointments, and basic room care. Provide functions as directed by supervisor including daily and ongoing records including vital signs, weight and measure residents, and observe and report presence of skin breakdowns; review care plans daily; report changes in resident conditions to supervisor; and record all necessary charting entries and report all accidents and incidents. Prepare residents for meals and snacks and perform after-meal resident care. Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Residents'Rights rules; and promptly report all resident complaints, accidents and incidents to supervisors. Assist as directed in proper admission, transfer and discharge of residents, inventory resident possessions and report defective equipment to administration. Understand and use Universal Precautions and follow established infections control, hazardous communication and other safety rules; ensure cleanliness of assigned residents' rooms; properly maintain and record resident restraints; and, promptly report all violations of safety and sanitation rules to supervisor. Attend and participate in orientation, training, educational activities and staff meeting. Complete yearly training materials and any other training deemed necessary by management. Conduct yourself professionally and contribute to, service-oriented environment through their appearance, communication, and interactions with residents, families, visitors, and colleagues. Any other tasks, assignments, projects or requests as deemed by management. QUALIFICATIONS Must be 18 years of age, or older Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all background screening requirements permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law. Must read, write, speak, and understand English. Must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, patience, and effective interpersonal skills when interacting with residents, families, visitors, and team members. Required to have active CMA and CNA license. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with some college preferred. Experience working with geriatric nursing preferred Completion of training program for Certification, CNA Knowledge of administering basic first aid and resident care. CPR certification Understanding of aseptic and sterile techniques PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, transferring, and assisting residents as required by the position. Must be able to squat, reach, and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods of walking and standing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Manor Lake Snellville