Med Tech
John Day, Oregon
You'll give residents direct care in a community-based setting, administering medications and monitoring their health.
Posted Aug 31
- Shift and hours
- Nights
- Unit and setting
- Memory Care · Assisted Living Located in John Day, Oregon Valley View is licensed for 42 residents in their assisted living and 10 total residents in their memory care.assisted living and memory care residents
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- Experience
- Prior healthcare experience, ideally in assisted living, long-term care or community-based care Previous experience in healthcare setting, preferably in assisted living, long-term care or community based care.
- Also asks
- High school diploma or equivalent High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Also asks
- Pass a background check Ability to pass a background check.
- Also asks
- Lift and move residents as needed, and stand, walk and sit for long periods Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move residents as needed, as well as stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Also asks
- Stand, walk and reach for extended periods Must be able to stand, walk, and reach for extended periods.
- Also asks
- Work independently and as part of a team Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What it pays
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical/Health InsuranceMedical/Health Insurance
- BenefitsDental InsuranceDental Insurance
- BenefitsVision InsuranceVision Insurance
- BenefitsBirthday/Holiday PayBirthday/Holiday Pay
- BenefitsWellness FundWellness Fund
- BenefitsUniform FundUniform Fund
More benefits (6)
- BenefitsLongevity BonusesLongevity Bonuses
- BenefitsQuarterly Vacation DrawingQuarterly Vacation Drawing
- BenefitsTuition ReimbursementTuition Reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- giving residents their prescribed medications Medication Administration: Prepare and administer medications to residents as prescribed
- Day to day
- bathing, dressing and grooming residents Assistance with Daily Living: Support residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Day to day
- updating families on health status and medication changes Family Communication: Communicate with residents' families regarding health status, medication changes, and overall care updates
- Day to day
- helping build each resident's care plan with nursing Care Coordination: Collaborate with nursing and other healthcare professionals to create and maintain individual care plans for each resident.
- Day to day
- emergency response Emergency Response: Act promptly and calmly in emergencies, following established protocols to ensure resident safety.
- On call
- On-call rotation
- Details
- Licensed for 42 assisted living residents Located in John Day, Oregon Valley View is licensed for 42 residents in their assisted living and 10 total residents in their memory care.
- Details
- Licensed for 10 memory care residents
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Overview
Sapphire Health Services specializes in providing comprehensive care and living solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of seniors and individuals requiring specialized support. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for exceptional care, we offer a range of services designed to promote independence, dignity, and well-being at every stage of life. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents and pride ourselves on fostering a warm and supportive environment where personalized care is tailored to meet specific needs. Sapphire Health Services is currently seeking a dedicated Med Tech to join our team and uphold our commitment to excellence.
Job summary
A Medical Technician (Med Tech) will play an essential role in delivering compassionate care to residents within a community-based care setting. This position involves providing direct care, administering medications, monitoring patient health, and supporting overall wellness. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of responsibility, a compassionate approach, and a commitment to high-quality care.
Responsibilities
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Fosters a supportive, compassionate environment for our residents and their families
- Medication Administration: Prepare and administer medications to residents as prescribed, following all state and federal regulations, facility policies and procedures and maintaining accurate medication records.
- Report changes in residents' conditions to appropriate team members.
- Assistance with Daily Living: Support residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with nursing and other healthcare professionals to create and maintain individual care plans for each resident.
- Documentation: Accurately document all care, medications, and any observed changes in residents’ conditions in accordance with company policies.
- Emergency Response: Act promptly and calmly in emergencies, following established protocols to ensure resident safety.
- Family Communication: Communicate with residents' families regarding health status, medication changes, and overall care updates, fostering trust and transparency.
- Compliance: Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as company policies regarding healthcare and safety standards.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in healthcare setting, preferably in assisted living, long-term care or community based care.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and assisting clients with mobility.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and reach for extended periods.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Experience
Prior experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in assisted living, long-term care, or community-based care.
Skills
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
- Physical
Requirements
Ability to lift and move residents as needed, as well as stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Employee
Benefits
Benefits of being a Sapphire Health Services employee include, but is not limited to:
- PTO
- 401(K)
- Medical/Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Birthday/Holiday Pay
- Wellness Fund
- Uniform Fund
- Longevity Bonuses
- Quarterly Vacation Drawing
- Tuition Reimbursement
How to apply
At Sapphire Health Services we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and our team members. If you are a passionate healthcare professional looking to make a difference in the lives of residents, we encourage you to apply!
Address: 112 NW Valley View Dr., John Day, OR 97845
WHO WE ARE: Located in John Day, Oregon Valley View is licensed for 42 residents in their assisted living and 10 total residents in their memory care. Set up on a hill the community looks out over the John Day Valley. With a very small well--knit team this community is known for their citation free surveys and family-oriented staff. Sapphire provides ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, competitive wages and generous incentives to all employees.
Our Mission: To Promote the highest quality of life for our residents, staff and communities. We strive to treat them all with the greatest consideration and respect.:
What's around it?
John Day, ORFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 3% above the US average
- Median rent
- $910/mo
- Household income
- $57,891/yr, all local households, not nurse pay