We are actively seeking a MedTech/Caregiver for our 16-bed memory care facility and 22-bed assisted living facility.
Qualifications:
- CNA/HCA license preferred
- MedTech experience is required
- Certification and/or work experience with the elderly or disabled population
- Completion of a federal background check
- Current CPR/First Aid certification
- Mental Health Specialty certification
- Dementia Specialty certification
- Developmental Disabilities certification
- Current Food Handlers Card
- Strong communication skills
- Responsible and accountable
Summary:
Provide direct care to residents, following individual service plans, treating them with respect and dignity, and promoting independence. Create a homelike atmosphere within the community.
Responsibilities:
- Perform various tasks relating to medicine, including but not limited to disbursing medicine to residents, logging disbursements in our MAR, and storing, reporting, and documenting medicine
- Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan. Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
- Serves meals to residents in the dining room and may assist in preparing meals following preplanned menus. Encourages residents to eat a proper diet and take adequate fluids while respecting the resident's right to free choice. Records and reports changes in residents’ eating habits to the supervisor.
- Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents as described in the activity calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
- Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures. This includes documentation related to medication distribution as applicable, leisure activities, incidents and observations, reporting any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior, visitors, etc. Observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident, and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor. (Refer to state specific regulations regarding medication assistance and documentation).
- May assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. Assists or supervises residents who self-administer medication. Follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications. Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures. (Refer to state specific regulations regarding medication assistance).
- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents. Performs general housekeeping (following cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.).
- Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance - including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.
- Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident.
- Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.75 - $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- What are your hourly pay expectations?
- Do you hold a valid CNA license?
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person