Weekend AM Caregiver Med Tech

Company: Grace Management
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Pay $19.00/hour for Caregiver/Med TechsMust be a certified caregiver in State of Arizona- or if you have an active CNA license we can pay for the bridge course to become an AL caregiverPart time or Full time with Benefits6am-2pm available on weekends, (2p-10p available during the week too, optional)The Ranch Estates of Scottsdale seeks compassionate and caring individuals who are dedicated to supporting exceptional senior living experiences. Working at The Ranch Estates of Scottsdale means you are part of the family. Each day is an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of those around you.Full-time benefits include:PTO (Paid Time Off)Daily payHoliday PayHealth/Dental Insurance401KLife InsuranceShort and long-term disabilityReferral BonusesTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramSummary of Duties of the Caregiver/Medication TechnicianThe primary responsibilities of the Caregiver/ Med Tech is to provide physical and psychosocial care to all residents in a manner that promotes dignity, choice, and individuality. and administer or assist with the administration and/or supervision of medications to the residents in a safe, accurate, and timely manner (dependent on State regulations); The Caregiver/Medication Technician reports to the supervisor on duty as well as the Wellness Director.Essential Functions of the Caregiver/Medication TechnicianProvides all necessary care and services to assigned residents and assists other wellness department associates as neededWorks 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.Washes residents' laundry as needed.Administers or assists with or supervises the administration of 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; Conducts narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policies and procedures.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.Works collaboratively with peers and other team members.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.Observes and reports changes in residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to Wellness Director or charge nurse, as needed.Assists residents with swallowing difficulty with eating.Responds to emergencies in a prompt and calm manner; Immediately reports such emergencies to the charge nurse and/or Wellness Director.Understands and uses Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens standard, and follows established infection control procedures, hazardous communication, and other safety rules.Ensures cleanliness of residents' rooms and promptly reports all violations of safety and sanitation rules to supervisor.Documents provision of services on company forms.Operates designated medical equipment, copy, scan, fax machines, and telephone.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and ExperienceMust maintain AZ Caregiver certification in the state where you workSatisfactory completion of state-required education/certificates/testing in relation to medication aides as well as the company medication aide skills competency checklist.Ability to read, write, and speak in English.Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases; Lifting, bending, and pushing medication cart about residence is required; Must be able to lift 40 pounds.Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.Experience in Assisted Living preferred.

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