Resident Assistant/Med Tech Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Resident Assistant/Med Tech 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 4600 54th Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33711 Addington Place at College Harbor, a continuing care community, is looking for dedicated RA/Med Tech’s for our Assisted Living Community. The ideal candidate must love helping the elderly and looking for a job that is fun and rewarding! We are looking for FT & PT RA/Med Tech’s to fill openings on our 3pm-11pm shift.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The RA/Med Tech is responsible for providing safe and professional care for residents. The RA/Med Tech assists residents with personal care, nutrition, ambulation, housekeeping, and medications.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

of RA/Med Tech Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment Supports and cooperates with specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs Confidentiality of all data including resident, employee and operations data Quality Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal discriminatory behavior Supports and participates in common teamwork: Cooperates and works together with all co-workers Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

of RA/Med Tech Assist residents with personal hygiene and grooming once a week, or as needed.

This includes:

bathing, toileting, hair care, mouth care, skin care and nail care. Assist with ambulation on all shifts. Escort residents to and from the dining room, activity room, patio, transportation center, etc. Assist residents with meals and snacks Oversee meal attendance, making sure residents come to meals. Set up and clean dining area, serve meals, and deliver meal trays to the residents’ apartment as needed Perform housekeeping duties daily, including: making resident’s beds in the morning, turning down beds in the evening, hang up clothes, assist with laundry duties as needed, etc. Maintain clean and hazard free working areas, including nursing stations Supervise, document and distribute medications to residents Accurately record residents’ self-administration of medication on the Medication Supervision Record Document and report significant information or changes in a resident’s condition to the Director of Nursing Answer phones courteously and check voicemails ensuring that issues are addressed and responded to in a timely manner Complete progress reports for assisted living residents on a daily basis (or as needed) Know the facilities disaster and fire safety policies and procedures, including the location and correct use of the fire alarm system Assist with emergencies for all residents in the building Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and report accidents or incidents to your supervisor in a timely manner

EDUCATION

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Types:

Part-time, PRN Benefits:

401(k) Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid orientation Paid training Referral program

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Night shift Overnight shift Overtime Rotating weekends Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

Med Tech Certificate (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Saint Petersburg, FL 33711 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person