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Desert Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care

PRN Med Tech

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What they do

A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).

$34,872 / year median in Arizona

+24% projected growth

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PRN Med Tech Desert Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care - 4.1 Peoria, AZ Job Details PRN From $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Referral program Qualifications CPR Certification Resident's rights Assisted living Caregiving Working with geriatric patients Working with seniors High school diploma or GED Senior care Medical records Older adults Caregiver Certification Full Job Description Want to work with a growing community where you will be valued? At Desert Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care we are looking for compassionate and dependable people who are ready to make an important impact on the lives of the seniors at our communities. Join us today!
  • SIGN-ON BONUS
  • For Full Time & Part Time Certified Caregivers/Med Techs UP TO $1250.
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Available Schedules:
PRN, schedule to be discussed during interview.
BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION
: Act under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel to carry out all duties of personal care and assistance to the residents of Desert Winds Assisted Community. Responsible for handling residents in a manner conducive to their safety, dignity, and emotional and physical well being. Responsible for executing all duties within the guidelines of local and state law and Desert Winds policies and procedures and resident rights.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, positioning, transfers, mobility and incontinence care within the guidelines of state law and Desert Winds policies and procedures
  • Assist all residents in participating in planned activity program seven days per week
  • Prepare, assist with and document the administration of medication to residents under supervision of licensed nurse and in strict compliance with state regulations and physician's orders
  • Prepare residents for meals and snacks and assist residents in dining room.
  • Keep proper records of care given
  • Follow all safety and infection control policies and procedures
  • Maintain cleanliness of resident rooms, common areas, offices and corridors as outlined in Desert Winds housekeeping procedures. Ensure all areas are safe
  • Attend all required in-service training
  • Communicate all pertinent information to L.P.N
  • Communicate with oncoming shift to ensure follow through of duties
  • Report unsafe or hazardous conditions immediately
  • Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION REQUIRED
  • Must have completed (and provide evidence of completion) of a Department approved training program for caregivers appropriate to the license sub-classification or provide evidence from a DHS approved trainer of competency in the material
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • State certification as a licensed certified caregiver
SPECIAL SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS
  • Compassion and desire to work with frail and elderly
  • Must be able to pass background check
  • Must have Fingerprint Clearance Card.
BENEFITS
  • Sign on Bonus
  • Free employee meal during shift
  • Referral Program
  • Early payday on Thursday with direct deposit.
  • 1.5x pay on holidays worked.
  • Opportunity for advancement.
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision.
Paid Vacation & Sick Time Pay:
From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Experience:
Med tech: 1 year (Required) Senior care: 1 year (Required)
Caregiving:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
finger print clearance (Required) Caregiver Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person