Med Tech-Full-Time-Grosse Pointe

Medication Technician Position

Under the general direction of the Executive Director and Wellness Director, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, administer medications to the residents in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities for Medication Technician :

• Administers medications according to the physician order on the medication administration record (MAR).
• Documents medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy. Checks MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Conducts change of shift report with oncoming / outgoing shift personnel.
• Maintains security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift. Conduct narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policy and procedure.
• Provides all necessary care and services to assigned residents and assists other caregivers as needed.
• Works collaboratively with peers and other team members.
• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living such as with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene (includes shaving, oral care, nail care, hair care, foot care), toileting, eating and ambulation / mobility.
• Maintains professional demeanor at all times when interacting with residents and families.
• Reports any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to licensed staff immediately.
• Utilizes safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility.
• Participates in and supports the resident-centered activities program.
• Care for sensory enhancement devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids.
• Completes housekeeping tasks such as bed-making, linen changes, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning bathroom.
• Washing residents' laundry as needed.
• Escorts residents and coordinates internal transportation needs.
• Assists residents with personal correspondence / telephone usage when requested.
• Observes and reports changes in residents' physical condition and cognitive / emotional status to Wellness Director or charge nurse, as needed.
• Conducts room checks and resident rounds.
• Monitors for environmental safety hazards.
• Assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escort residents to dining room, assist with set up and clean tables, serve meals, bus tables, etc.).
• Assists residents without swallowing difficulty with eating.
• Responds to emergencies in a prompt and calm manner. Immediately reports such emergencies to the charge nurse.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
• Documents provision of services on company forms.
• Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
• Follows-up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
• Acts as ambassador and public relations representative to guests and other off-campus visitors.
• Communicates with physicians and third party specialists, such as homecare providers, labs and hospice professionals.
• Copies special paperwork or forms.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process.
• Collaborates with associates in other departments to assure necessary care and services are provided.
• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.