Medication Technician - On Call

We are looking for an

EXPERIENCED MED TECH FOR ASSISTED LIVING

that would be On-Call to pick up hours on either Day, Swing, or NOC to cover sick time/PTO vacations. Pay will depend on experience up to $20

• 24.

13 with $1 differential on Swing and $2 differential on NOC! We are a 100% deficiency free team with high standards for care.....if you are passionate about caring for seniors, have a strong work ethic and great attendance, we want to meet with you! This position is ideal for someone looking for additional hours to supplement income or nursing students. Our positions fill FAST! Please feel free to call to fast track your interview process. 503-465-1404 POSITION SUMMARY The Medication Technician provides medication services and direct resident care, assist in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents. The Medication Technician assists residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, laundry, and other daily chores.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Responsible for the daily operation of the medication room and medication services as directed by the Health Services Director (HSD) and in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act. 2. Processes physician medication and treatment orders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act. 3. Administers and assists with the self-administration of routine and non-routine medications in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and the nurse practice act. 4. Completes simple treatments and monitors residents as directed by the HSD in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act. 5. Maintains accurate records of medication and treatment services provided or omitted, including controlled substances, in each resident's clinical record. 6. Coordination with pharmacies for medication orders and refills. 7. Reports all medication errors per policy. 8. Reports and records changes in resident condition, incidents and accidents to HSD, physician and family member as indicated under the direction of the HSD. Completes all incident forms. 9. Routinely communicates with physicians, pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication and care services. 10. Provides direct resident care while promoting the resident's dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents' physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the HSD, Expressions Director, or Executive Director. 11. Assists with or provides care services as directed by the resident's cooperative service plan. 12. Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously, and in a manner that respects dignity, confidentiality standards, and promotes individual rights. 13. Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor. 14. Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at mealtime, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance. 15. Assists in lifting, moving and transporting residents using proper body mechanics or assistive devices as directed by the resident's cooperative service plan. 16. Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care services with coworkers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly. 17. Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures per policy and state regulations. 18. Properly stores medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly. 19. Removes outdated or discontinued medications to return to the pharmacy or disposal per policy. 20. Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings. 21. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust. 2. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff. 3. Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records. 4. Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

One or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred or as required by state regulations. Must hold state required medication pass certification or other required certification, complete state required delegation and/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication pass competency. Must have word processing skills. Must have current CPR certification, First Aid training, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations. Must complete all state required trainings as necessary.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

• At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day.

It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different. Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Information About Prestige Senior Living

• Huntington Terrace Located at 1410 NE Cleveland Ave. in Gresham, Oregon, Prestige Senior Living
• Huntington Terrace has 66 apartments of all assisted living care. Prestige Senior Living
• Huntington Terrace is a clean, vibrant community of healthcare providers and residents.

We offer a highly impactful work environment where you can collaborate with other team members to offer the best in care for our residents. If getting to know those you serve is important to you, you get that in spades with us! We offer a strong promote-from-within culture, a home-like work environment, a robust and comprehensive medical/dental/vision/EAP benefits package, lots of different career options, and more. We have a strong award winning legacy here at Huntington Terrace, including winning the 2019 "Bronze" national quality care award through the National Center for Assisted Living/American Health Care Association! If working in a home-like setting, with a strong team atmosphere, and with a national award-winning employer that has a great promote-from-within culture, then Prestige Senior Living

• Huntington Terrace is the place for you.

Who Is Prestige Care/Prestige Senior Living? Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing + post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communities in 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members who serve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personally touching their lives every day. We have four core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect that guide everything that we do. With a strong commitment to career development and advancement, Prestige Care is a employer that can help you achieve your career goals and objectives. With a healthcare career at Prestige Care, you will enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment where your work truly matters at the end of every day.