Overview:

The primary role of the Medical Technician is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents. The certified Med Tech reports to the Supervisor in charge and the nursing team leader.

Responsibilities:

• Pass medications according to physician orders and in accordance with facility policy. Administer accurately and timely.
• Record medications administered in the resident's record.
• Notify pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled.
• Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
• Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Supervisor.
• Obtain/provides shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders.
• Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and his/her comprehensive assessment as assigned.
• Participate in in-service education programs as assigned.
• Follow facility Resident's Rights policies and procedures at all times.
• Promptly report changes in resident condition to the Supervisor.
• Report for work in a clean, neat uniform, and consistently present an appropriate professional appearance. Report for work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
• Report all accidents/incidents to Supervisor.
• Follow infection control procedures.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents under his.her supervision.
• Agree not to disclose assigned user ID and password for access resident/facility information.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, and community agencies.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Pompano Beach, FL 33060: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person