Personal Care Assistant/Medication Technician (FT/PT)

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for Personal Care Assistants & Med techs to join our Care Team!

Personal Care Assistants* ($19.00 - $19.50)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement daily care and activities for residents based on service plans within legal and professional boundaries.
• Respond promptly to resident needs and community alarms, promoting resident independence and rapport.
• Maintain accurate care records, conduct safety checks, and communicate resident status effectively between shifts.
• Report changes in resident condition promptly, follow safety protocols, and ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Address residents' behavioral and psychosocial needs while respecting their rights and promoting independence.

Medication Technicians* ($20.00 - $21.00)

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance (or reminders) with activities of daily living, including grooming, oral hygiene, bath/shower, hair cleaning and brushing, and transferring to and from activities and meals, as needed
• Ensure clients receive their medication on time
• Lift and/or transfer residents as needed.
• Assist in meal preparation/presentation, serving to resident, and other dining related responsibilities, record and report changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
• Record and report changes in resident's condition to the supervisor including but not limited to changes in resident's ability to perform activities of daily living, skin changes, bruising, etc.
• Daily follow up on bath schedules and vital signs (blood pressure, weight, and respiration, etc).
• Immediately report all incidents or accident involving residents to the Resident
• Follow proper procedures in emergency situations and respond promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.

Requirements:

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience (preferred).
• Possess or be able to obtain valid CPR certification.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to speak, read, and understand English.
• Applicants should be committed to health and safety standards, demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a positive and compassionate attitude.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• Physical stamina necessary to perform job duties.

Why join us? We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive full-time employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

Work Schedule:

PCA

• PM Shift
• 2:30pm - 10:30pm

Med Tech

• NOC Shift
• 10:30pm -7:00am
• Sun - Thu or Tue - Sat

EEOC Statement:

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.