PARADISE ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES:
At the Paradise assisted living communities, we aim to deliver the highest level of care to our residents by promoting choice, independence, and dignity. We work hard to continually exceed our resident’s expectations by providing exceptional service and an outstanding quality of life. Our Care Specialists and staff are compassionate, friendly, and committed to providing your loved ones with the best service available.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF CERTIFIED MEDICINE TECHNICIAN (CMT) :
● Assists with prescribed medications and treatments, as defined by state regulations, in accordance with approved techniques and notes time and amount on resident's record.
● Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of assistance on specific forms and records. .
● Assists residents with medications and observes ingestion or other application or assist with medication, using specific procedures. . ·
● Observes resident, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies Nurse Supervisor of resident's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
● Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered and reports to the Nurse
Supervisor. Orders or notifies Nurse Supervisor for resident medication refill needs.
● Takes temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, as per state regulations.
● Checks residents regularly. Follows through with resident problems or needs by delivering care or reporting to supervisor depending on level of ability and nature of resident need.
● Orienting and introducing residents to staff, building and other residents
● Interacting in a pleasant, respectful, and responsive· manner with residents, families, visitors, and staff ● Participating as an active member of residents services team and supporting property goals ● Acknowledging residents' and families' concerns and initiating action on a timely basis
● Performing all duties in a safe and efficient manner
● Demonstrating knowledge of emergency policy and procedure
● Attending and participating in all in-service education programs required by state and federal guidelines ● Utilizing resources and maintaining open communications with all facility staff
EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent
● All Medicine Technicians must be certified, as required, by state regulations
EXPERIENCE
● Knowledge and experience in working with elderly required, preferred dementia experience
● Basic reading and writing skills, and ability to speak English
● Have the following characteristics: empathetic, resourceful, high self-esteem, flexible, responsive, attention to detail, compassionate, and friendly
● Must be able to work as part of a team
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Part-time, PRN
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- As part of the hiring process are you able to undergo a background check?
- Do you have experience working at a memory care facility?
- What shift are you available to work?
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Catonsville, MD 21228 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Catonsville, MD 21228: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
