Med Tech - The Palazzo
Phoenix, AZ 85015
About the Job
Sunday for 6am -2pm ;
Monday- Wednesday 2pm -10pm ;
Tuesday -Wednesday 10PM-6AM ;
Med Tech needed for premier assisted living. Come join our winning team!
Med Tech is a great place to start if you wish to pursue a career in healthcare. If you have a positive attitude and desire to serve others - we will train!
Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Position Summary:
The Med Tech will work under the direction of the Executive Director and AL Administrator to ensure that quality care is provided to all residents while functioning within the guidelines of regulation and community policy. The Med Tech will also support a positive work culture that ensures that community residents are treated with respect and dignity and receive quality care (i.e bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, etc.) according to individualized Plans of Care. The Med Tech will also actively work to promote resident independence, healthy activity, and choice.
Qualifications: If you meet the below – please apply!
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Certified Caregiver or Med Tech certification preferred.
Must possess at least one (1) year of experience in Residential Care for the Elderly.
Must have a current Adult First Aid and CPR card upon hire and maintain current status throughout employment.
Must be criminally cleared by DOJ and FBI via the Live-Scan process prior to employment.
Must complete the community’s orientation and shadowing requirements prior to assisting residents with self-administration of medications.
Must be in good health and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks.
Demonstrates freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis prior to employment and annually thereafter.
Responsibilities:
Supports the philosophy, mission, commitment, vision, and values of The Palazzo.
Assists other assisted living care staff.
Participates in assessment and reassessment of resident needs.
Oversees medication services.
Maintains a neat and orderly medication cart.
Maintains current and accurate resident charts.
Checks regularly for expired medications.
Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
Orders medications, as needed, per community policy and regulation.
Responds to medical emergencies.
Monitors and records physical, mental, and emotional changes observed in residents.
Maintains current and accurate resident charts.
Reports regularly to the Executive Director and Director of Community Care to provide status reports and engage in strategic planning.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with physicians, nurses, and home health agencies.
As needed, the Med Tech will also perform caregiver duties.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
- 401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
- Company paid Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
- Employee Assistance program
- Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
- Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
*Benefits available to full-time employees.
The Palazzo is a Full-Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care. Our programs are created to accommodate a resident’s specific needs. Independent Living offers social activities,nutritious meals, housekeeping services and care as needed. Assisted Living is for those requiring 24/7 care and a personalized care plan. Skilled Nursing is available for residents who are transitioning from a hospital stay and are in need of rehabilitation or more long term care. Memory Care specializes in loving and compassionate assistance for your loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s/Dementia.