PCA/ Med Tech - Assisted Living

Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated PCA (Personal Care Assistant)/Med Tech (Medical Technician) to join our vibrant assisted living community. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional personal care and medical support to residents, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your energetic approach will help foster a warm environment where seniors and individuals with disabilities feel valued and cared for. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve while working in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and dignity.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates, adhering to medical documentation standards.
• Administer medications accurately following prescribed protocols while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support residents with specialized needs such as Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, memory care, hospice care, and tube feeding procedures.
• Utilize EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems to document patient care activities thoroughly and accurately.
• Perform basic nursing tasks including catheter care, wound dressing, and assisting with medical procedures under the supervision of nursing staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care that aligns with physiology knowledge, anatomy understanding, and medical terminology.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards specific to assisted living facilities.

Skills

• Proven experience working in assisted living facilities or nursing homes; hospital experience is highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of senior care practices, including Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory care, hospice, and home & community care settings.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner for accurate medical documentation.
• Excellent caregiving skills combined with a genuine passion for working with individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions.
• Ability to perform medical procedures such as tube feeding, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, catheter care, and basic anatomy/physiology knowledge.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with healthcare teams and family members while maintaining professionalism.
• Capable of managing medical records accurately while demonstrating attention to detail in all aspects of patient care. Join us in delivering compassionate healthcare that transforms lives! This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to bring energy and expertise into a supportive environment dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents through attentive caregiving and skilled medical support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person