Medication Tech - Senior Living

Medication Tech - Senior Living

Job Category: Nursing

Full-Time

On-site

Las Vegas, NV 89108, USA

Pay or shift range: $15 USD to $17 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Med Tech

Type: Full Available Shift: Day shift (6AM - 2PM), Evening Shift (2PM-10PM) and Night Shift (10pm-6am) Various schedule, weekend availability needed Wage: $15-$17/hr DOE Location: Avamere at Las Vegas - 6031 West Cheyenne Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89108

The Medication Technician administers routine medications and documents administration per policy while supporting resident care and reporting concerns to nursing leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Care for residents and assist in updating each resident's service plan
• Administer medications ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the DHS and according to current policies, procedures, and practices
• Provide care for residents and assist with updating service plans.
• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance
• Assist with daily living activities (i.e., bathing, dressing, and eating)
• Provide support with residents to caregivers as needed
• Document and communicate resident changes and complete all reports in a timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High-School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medication Aide certification required
• Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification
• Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment
• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders

Benefits:

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mindso you can focus on making a difference every day.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

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