MedTech/Caregiver

Job Summary

The Medication Technician will assist the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in the care facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer the Supportive Care function which assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Order medications, dispense medications, and maintain medication administration records.
• Assist with serving meals at mealtimes and snacks at snack time.
• Assist with Activities Program.
• Attend monthly in-service provided by the facility- one hour a month, twelve hours per year.
• Maintain current first aid and CPR
• Receive special training on caring for residents with dementia.
• Receive special training on caring for residents with developmental disabilities which includes Program Design, the Individual Program Plan (IPP), and recording progress toward the IPP goals

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age
• Six months of prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review
• Current training in first aid and CPR

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
• Able to lift 100 pounds to assist fallen residents.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
• May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.), and chemical hazards.

SPECIAL SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM THE JOB

• Have the personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.
• Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.