Caregivers and Med Techs - AlmaVia of Camarillo Senior Living Home
AlmaVia of Camarillo
2500 Ponderosa Drive North
Camarillo, CA 93010
Please call (805) 388-5277 to set up interview
An Elder Care Alliance Community
Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training
This role (Med Tech) pays $20.09 - $21.70 Hourly DOE.
Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?
AlmaVia of Camarillo is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community in the heart of Ventura County, part of the Elder Care Alliance family. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.
Our Medication Aide/Med Tech:
Prepares and passes medication for residents as ordered by a physician, reporting any medication errors, side effects or problems to supervisor or physician.
Documents administration or refusal of medication in required format and style.
Maintains documentation and communication log in accordance with required procedures, using electronic system when appropriate.
Reorders meds as needed, following appropriate protocols.
Following medication policies and procedures is responsible for the delivery, ordering, re-ordering, storage, documentation and destruction of medications.
Insures that medication is available when needed through on time refills. Orders labs as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working experience with computerized Point of Care and other systems.
6 months or more in long term care, home care or related field preferred.
Successful completion of Med Tech Training program and Medication Aide/Medication Tech certification in state, as required.
Minimum of six months experience in long term care, home care, or a related field.
Ability to speak, read, write and understand English language.
Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Successful completion of background check, drug screen, and other pre-employment testing as required by state (may include fingerprinting and/or pre-employment physical).
Caregiver/Resident Assistant
Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training
This role (Caregiver/Resident Assistant) pays $18.58 - $20.06 Hourly DOE.
Our Resident Assistant/Caregiver:
Provides personal care and services to residents with dementia in accordance with resident needs, individual service plans and the philosophy of supportive and resident centered care.
Helps residents with activities of daily living including personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom assistance, light housekeeping, and group and individual activities.
Provides meal and activity escort assistance - walking, wheelchair or walker.
Documents care through electronic charting.
Communicates with and responds to residents about their needs.
Assists residents with hair care, oral hygiene, skin care, general grooming, toileting, and mobility in a caring and compassionate manner.
Monitors nourishment, assists with providing meals, meal set-up and between-meal snacks.
Observes and documents, and reports any change in residents' physical or behavioral condition.
Effectively uses computerized system to communicate resident status and to document services provided.
Maintains and ensures that resident living area and furnishings are clean and orderly, by making and/or changing beds, tidying apartment clean and removing laundry for washing.
Reports any equipment or supply needs to the Resident Care Director.
Ensures proper care of equipment and supplies.
Documents any personal supplies used for resident care.
Performs other duties as assigned.