Medication Tech

Overview

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Medication Tech

Shift Type:On-call

Shift: Night Shift

Location: Waterford - 760 Spring St. Medford, OR 97504

We offer a strong, exciting team environment with group decision making culture! You get the chance to make a difference every day in the lives of those we care for. If you have a passion for helping others, then look no further! We would love to have you join our Avamere Family!

Employee Perks:

Tuition assistance, up to $6,000/year
• 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


• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

We are dedicated to keeping our team members and residents safe. Download our flyer that shows our protocols and response to COVID-19here.

Details

The primary responsibility of this position is to administer medications to residents and assist with other aspects of their daily care and routine.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the Director of Health Services and according to the policies, procedures and practices of the facility.


• Provide care to residents following the service plan and assist in updating each resident's service plan.


• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance.


• Assist with daily ADL's such as bathing, dressing and eating.


• Document and communicate any changes pertaining to residents and complete all reports in a timely matter.


• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum 1 year experience in a healthcare setting.


• Experience administering medications in accordance with established clinical standards and requirements of this state.


• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with residents of this nature.


• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Facility Information

Nestled in the beautiful landscape of Medford, Oregon you will findAvamereat Waterford andAvamereat Three Fountains.This campus features our assisted livingand respite carecommunity (Waterford), ourskilled nursingcommunity(Three Fountains), and an on-campus fitness center, which is available to both residents and employees.

Three Fountainsfeatures117 beds.Waterford features 68 one and two-bedroom units, accommodating up to 83 residents.Amenitiesinclude 24-hour staff,transportation,fitness classes,and an extensive activities calendar.Their engaging employee culture fosters trust and fun through their team, residents, and those just stopping by for a visit.

The American Health Care Association recognizedAvamereat Three Fountainsfor quality care as part of theQuality Initiative Recognition Program.

As part of theAvamereFamily of Companies, the team is proud to be named one of Oregon's most admired companies by the Portland Business Journal as they continually strive to enhance the life of every person they serve.

Get to know more aboutAvamereatWaterfordontheirblogand onFacebook.Get to know more aboutAvamereat Three Fountains ontheirblogand onFacebook.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503

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