Certified Medication Tech

Certified Med Tech Opportunity at Wellmore of Lexington

At Wellmore of Lexington, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work —and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, "People First, Always," underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Wellmore of Lexington?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We're Looking for a Certified Med Tech:

As the Certified Medication Tech, you will be responsible for providing our assisted living members with their daily medications. Provides direct patient care services and keeps records on personal health care activities.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and want to be part of a team that strives for excellence, we invite you to apply today! Must have SC Med-Tech Certificate. We look forward to meeting you soon! Interviews offered daily!

Essential Functions:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living which include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, transporting, and transfers.
• Assists residents with dining to include escorting, transferring, order taking, serving, feeding, meal preparation, and clean up.
• Assist with housekeeping services, including but not limited to, bed making, trash removal, laundry, room and bathroom cleaning as needed, and requests from residents.
• Leads and assists with life enrichment activities with guidance and support from Life Enrichment Leaders and Supervisors. May include, but is not limited to, activities, craft/game groups, life skills, daily pleasures, and one on one interaction.
• Escort residents to scheduled programming. Could participate in outings and/or day trips. Encourages daily participating in scheduled programming.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered or required by regulations.
• Administers prescription medications at the appropriate times for assigned unit during shift. Signs off on all medications at the time of administration.
• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing.
• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds independently.
• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

Travel: No travel is expected, although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• State Certification as a Nursing Assistant and Med Tech
• Certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company's attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.