What are the responsibilities and job description for the QMAP position at Highline Place Memory Care?
ABOUT US:
Highline Place Memory Care is guided by a single purpose: To engage, protect, and love people living with memory loss. We are committed to sustaining a safe, active, and loving environment; to give our families peace of mind; to be patient, seeking to understand those living with memory loss; to provide each Anthem team member the opportunity for personal and professional growth, and to be respectful, trustworthy, and good stewards in all we do.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION:
Under general supervision, performs and/or supervises delivery of health services for all residents; directs and manages staff to ensure the safety and well being of the residents.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Know and understand the vision, purpose, values and goals of Highline Place Memory Care.
Assesses health and safety needs of residents; oversees medical care (medications/treatments);
Assures that social model of assisted living is in operation;
Assists with family contact when medical issue is involved and provides information about residents' conditions and discusses alternative actions;
Provides assessment input about residents to the clinical services director;
Participates in the preparation for the Department of Social Services annual inspection;
Assists in development of annual strategic plan goals for the health issues in the resident services department; actively participates in the total strategic plan goals for the resident services department;
Acts as a back-up to the director in his/her absence;
Attends in-service training workshops, educational classes, and meetings;
Responds to emergency situations;
Acts as liaison with doctors and residents;
Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with the community safety program;
Provides effective and courteous service to all residents, guests and co-workers;
Assists in other departments as needed;
Schedules transportation for residents to appointments if resident is unable;
Performs other related essential duties as required.
CURRENTLY SEEKING OVERNGIHT QMAPS
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
A High School Diploma, vocational/technical training; at least three years of experience, preferably in a geriatric setting; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of:
Policies, procedures, methods, and practices of the community;
Medical terminology;
Methods and procedures involved in handling emergency situations;
Use of medical supplies and equipment;
Medication dispensed to residents;
Supervisory methods and techniques;
Records, graphs, reports, etc. used in the daily performance of duties;
Principles and practices of nursing care.
CERTIFICATION AND CLEARANCE:
Medication Technician Certification or State equivalent
Requires First Aid and CPR certification;
Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, as required by law
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