What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Tech position at Avamere at Rio Rancho?
Medical Technician | Med Tech
Type: Full and Part Time available
Shift: Various schedule/shifts, Weekend availability needed
Wage: $16-$18/hr DOE
Location: Avamere at Rio Rancho - 1000 Riverview Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Avamere at Rio Rancho is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Medication Technician to support our Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living residents by safely administering medications and providing high-quality resident care.
Responsibilities:
- Care for residents and assist in updating each resident’s service plan
- Administer medications ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the DHS and according to current policies, procedures, and practices
- Provide care for residents and assist with updating service plans.
- Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance
- Assist with daily living activities (i.e., bathing, dressing, and eating)
- Provide support with residents to caregivers as needed
- Document and communicate resident changes and complete all reports in a timely manner
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- HCA or CNA license preferred (required if you are applying in Washington)
- High-School diploma or equivalent
- Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification
- Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting
- CMA certification is preferred
- Must obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment
- Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders
Employee Perks:
- Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply.
- Excellent benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage, for full time employees.
- Tuition assistance
- Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
- Career Development
- Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more
- Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.
Salary : $16 - $18