Caregiver/Medication Technician On-Call @ Avamere Yakima!
$41,600 - $45,760/Yr
Avamere Health Services - Yakima, WA
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time
Yakima, WA
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Caregiver/Medication Technician position at Avamere at Yakima is designed to provide essential daily health services and medication management for residents. This part-time, on-call role involves administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring the well-being of residents in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the DHS and according to current policies, procedures, and practices
- Provide care for residents and assist with updating service plans
- Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance
- Assist with daily living activities (i.e., bathing, dressing, and eating)
- Provide support with residents to caregivers as needed
- Document and communicate resident changes and complete all reports in a timely manner
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Requirements
- High-School diploma or equivalent
- CMA certification is preferred
- Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting
- Must have or obtain First Aid & CPR Certification within 30 days of employment
- Must obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment
- Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders
Nice-to-haves
- Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination preferred, but not required
Benefits
- Tuition assistance
- Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career Development
- Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more
- Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
