Registered Medication Aide

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!
The Med Tech is responsible for maintaining safe and secure delivery of medications and
health related items to the residents within the community. The Med Tech assists in
developing, coordinating, and performing tasks on the service plan according to the
residents’ preferences and abilities. The Med Tech serves as a supervisor and monitors the
Resident Assistants on the same shift. The Med Tech acts as the designated person in
charge in the absence of the Administrator and other Department Heads when they are the
Senior Med Tech on duty in the community. Some states require Medication Technicians
(Med Techs) to hold a CNA or related certification. In these states, Med Techs must maintain
current credentials, remain in good standing, and comply with all applicable state licensing
and regulatory requirements. Additional or expanded duties may be assigned based on
credential status.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Must meet requirements imposed by the licensing authorities.
Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level
necessary to accomplish the job.
Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Must be of good character; considerate; tolerant of aged and disabled persons.
Must be clean and well groomed.
Must have an acceptable criminal record check
Documented TB screening.
Must have or complete CPR/ 1st Aide within first 60 days of employment.
Must be able to perform resident care with awareness of dignity and individuality, with
understanding and concern.
Must maintain an acceptable attendance record and follow work schedule.
Requires minimal supervision.
Self-starter
Organizes and utilizes time appropriately
Must be mature in behavior, attitude, speech, and action.
Must be pleasant in demeanor and tone of voice.
Must perform unpleasant tasks with grace; work cooperatively with supervisors
and display willingness to assist co-workers.
Must abide by established policies and procedures of the community.
Looks for ways to improve community function.
Must keep work areas neat and clean
Has the ability to spend long periods of time on their feet and to ambulate quickly.
Must be free of non-treated communicable diseases.
Must be accurate, dependable, neat, and thorough in assigned tasks.
Ability and willingness to learn quickly.
Ability to utilize and apply basic management skills.
Must be willing to work with the elderly population.
Must be capable of performing the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or
without reasonable accommodation.
Must pass required background checks and meet all regulatory health and training
requirements.
- Because staffing levels in senior living are census- and care-needs driven, work hours
and schedules are not guaranteed and may be modified, increased, or reduced at any
time based on operational and business needs.
Must pass required background checks and meet all regulatory health and training
requirements.
- Because staffing levels in senior living are census- and care-needs driven, work hours
and schedules are not guaranteed and may be modified, increased, or reduced at any
time based on operational and business needs.
Some states and facilities require CNA credentials to maintain this job role and for the

Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Paid-Time Off with rollover; Paid Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Bonus Pay
Flexible Schedule ; Full-time/Part-time available
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance; Variety of Supplemental Insurances Available
Free Life Insurance
Career Growth Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistant Programs
Some benefits may only be eligible to full-time team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adheres to and conveys the philosophy of Assisted Living
Has awareness and practices in accordance with the regulations of the state.
Receives report from the previous shift
Reads the communication log and shower schedule for information and changes at the

beginning of each shift.

Documents in the communication log and Progress notes, as appropriate

throughout the day.

Assist residents with ADL, environmental orientation, vital signs, first aid and

wound care.

Communicate with outside health care professionals.
Practices good infection control and universal precautions
Review new orders and MARS daily
Uses EMAR system as appropriate
Orders, stores and assists with medication according to current physician orders and

community policies.

Performs medication pass as needed, in a timely and correct manner.
Assist with resident care as needed
Assist with resident meals as needed
Assist with residents moving in or out
Monthly weights as assigned
Responsible for changing 02 tubbing every 2 weeks, changing filters as

assigned.

Observes and communicates any changes in resident physical or mental

condition.

Completes and reviews incident reports as needed.
Reviews and is responsible for cleanliness and organization of Nurses Station.
Assists with training of new team members.
Supervises and monitors Resident Assistants
Review service plans, complete level of care change forms when necessary
Maintain service plans, may participate in Service Plan reviews.
Maintain current resident record for each resident including but not limited to,

obtaining current physician orders, clarifying orders, and alert charting.

Avoids loss, breakage and waste of supplies and equipment. Maintains a neat

and orderly nurses’ station and medication cart.

Responsible for making sure that medication cart is properly organized and stocked

for next shift.

Must always wear name tag.
Has a working walkie on them during their shift.
Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, team

members and visitors, including housekeeping duties as assigned.

Assures residents at risk of wandering are safe and secure with a wander

bracelet.

Responsible for answering and responding to call lights, door alarms as needed.
Knows and follows Emergency Procedures, Elopement and all other procedures.
Performs all other duties assigned by RCC or Administrator
Must attend and/or complete all assigned training to meet DSS regulations
Responsible for keeping resident information confidential; respecting resident

rights; respecting privacy.

Must fulfill all duties assigned, to include Life Enrichment and other department support

as needed.

Demonstrate company core values at all times.
Depending on experience and performance

- -Depending on experience and performance standing – may be assigned job lead duties
and act as support for peers as needed and may rotate duties with other leads

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & COGNITIVE ABILITIES:

Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, bend, lift, grasp, push, and pull at a high volume and

frequency for long periods of time.
-Can tolerate bright lights, loud noises, odors, changes in temperature settings -to
include cold or hot climates, exposure to infectious/communicable diseases, blood
borne pathogens, and other disease related environments.

Efficiently and effectively manage unpredictable schedules, distractions, changes of

pace or priorities, on a regular basis.

Fine hand coordination and ability to distinguish smells, tastes, and temperatures.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
Ability to remain calm under stress and follow training protocols.
Capable of performing heavy and or unstable lifting of 50lbs or greater when

necessary.