Description
The Residential/Assisted Living Med Tech prepares, administers, and manages medications in accordance with physician orders. In addition, provides basic, direct care and assists in daily activities for residents in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current federal and state standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures and, as directed by nursing staff. Works collaboratively to support the Mission and Values of SCBMA.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administer medication in the appropriate amounts at the appropriate times to the appropriate residents, as directed.
- Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathe and dress residents, serve meals and assist residents to eat, take vital signs, reposition, provide and empty elimination equipment, lift or assist residents into beds,
- Report observation of resident bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds
- Clean and sanitize resident areas
- Ensure compliance with universal precautions infection control
- Transport residents and equipment in vehicles, wheelchairs or walking, assist with boarding and exiting and securing wheelchairs and safety belts as required
- Identify and report malfunctioning equipment immediately
- Assist residents during admission and discharge, providing physical assistance and post mortem care
- Participate in resident plan of care
- Communicate information between physicians, residents and health care staff as appropriate
- Report and record all accidents/incidents immediately
- Ensure compliance with all regulations from DHEC, Fire and Safety, OSHA, Labor Laws, etc. and adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards and Resident’s Rights.
- Other duties as assigned
Skills Required
- Administer medications accurately and according to physician orders
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, repositioning, and elimination needs
- Take vital signs and observe and report injuries, bruising, blood in urine, and other resident concerns
- Follow universal precautions and infection-control procedures
- Provide physical assistance with resident transportation, admissions, discharges, and post-mortem care
- Maintain HIPAA confidentiality, resident rights, and compliance with federal and state regulations
What We Do
Bethea Retirement Community is a Christ-centered, Southern Baptist-affiliated Life Plan/continuing-care retirement community in Darlington, South Carolina. It provides independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, enabling residents to access increasing levels of care without relocating. The nonprofit campus also offers cottages, apartments, dining, wellness amenities, a chapel, and opportunities for community service with a mission of compassionate senior care.
