Med Tech Lead

DescriptionPosition at CRISTA Senior Living This is a Full-Time position at Crista Shores Retirement Community in Silverdale.
Compensation: $23 - $26 per hour depending on experience  Benefits: Competitive package including medical, dental, vision, up to 85% King's school discount for dependent child(ren) (K-12)
Nursing Assistant Certification required. COMPANY OVERVIEW CRISTA Ministries ("CRISTA") is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christianbeliefs.At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. WebelievethispriesthoodcallingrestsuponallChristiansandisa foundational,spiritualpracticeof ourCRISTAcommunity.Thispriesthoodcallingevokeswithinustheresponsetoviewourworkasour ministry. Webelievethatallrepresentativesofourcommunity are ministers of the gospel andplayequallyimportantrolesinexercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern's relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media's stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King's Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS Mission Statement:CRISTA is a family of Ministries empowered to serve the needs of the World with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Vision Statement: To transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through sustainable, Biblical Christian ministries.CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually. Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.SENIOR LIVING MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS Mission Statement: To spread the gospel through service to seniors — cultivating safe and thriving communities where our residents experience grace, encounter Christ's love and discover renewed purpose.Vision Statement: To transform the lives of those we serve by meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs with innovative and personalized solutions, working with mission-driven partners and empowered by a heart of service and the gospel of Jesus Christ. POSITION SUMMARY The Medication Technician Lead for Crista Shores is responsible for the monitoring of the medication program and to oversee all activity in the medicationroom. Train all Med-Techs with ongoing pharmacy communication and support the Resident Care Coordinator with system updates and policy changes.  Provideahighlevelofcustomer servicetobothresidents andteammembers.Oversee residents' self-medication and assistthe ResidentServices DirectororDirector of Nursingintrainingnewmedicationassistantsandprovidesmentoring andshadowing.  Support the caregiving staff as needed with care needs and transfers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)
DUTIES MedicationManagement: Performmedicationset-upandassistresidentsontheMedicationProgramwiththeself- administration of their medications.Observe andpracticetheSeven"Rights" toMedication Administrationwhenassistingaresident with self-administration of medication.NotifyResidentServicesDirectorifconcernsregardingaresident'sabilitytoself-manage medications.Assureresidentsreceivetheirmedicationsasprescribedandinatimelymanner.Order and receive medications in a timely manner, notifying family members/responsibleparties to pickupmedications to assure availability forresidents' useand prevent running out of medications.Notify Resident Services Director or Resident Nurse Consultant (where applicable) when medications have not been delivered tothe community in a timely manner.Count narcotics per procedure andsign the count sheet. Immediately report any discrepancies to the Resident Services Director or the medication assistant leavingtheshift.Transcribe new medication orders correctly and order new medication in a timely manner from pharmacy per procedure.MedicationDocumentation: DocumentmedicationassistanceonMedicationAssistanceRecords(MARs)immediately after assistance.LeavenoblanksonMARs.DocumentreasonsforPRNmedicationonreverseofMARsandeffectivenessofmedication.RecordallmedicationsontheMedicationAssistanceRecords(MARs),CentrallyStoredRecords (CSRs), Narcotic logs,etc.RegularreviewoftheresidentMARS,CSRs,PharmacyTransactionRecords,andperformaudits daily for incomplete documentation.Keepmedicationfilesandresidentrecordscurrentanduptodate.AssistinschedulingMedicationAssistantshiftswhenrequested.File information in the appropriate section of Resident Care file once issue is complete, (i.e. medication has been ordered and received, Resident Services Director has reviewed home health agency report and orders, etc.)ResidentCare: Assistwithupdatingcare/serviceplansandmonthlycarelogs.Ensure all operational, regulatory, and medicationadministration policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.Assistresidentsinmakingdoctor'sappointmentsandtravelarrangementstoandfrom appointments.Takeresidentvitalsigns,CapillaryBloodGlucose(CBG)andallRNdelegateddutiesin accordance with WA regulations.Perform apartmentvisitsandapartmentchecksona regular basis.Report any significant incidents onthe appropriate forms andto theResident Services Director or Executive Director.Assist residents with ADL tasks including housekeeping tasks, making beds, serving meals, assisting with·personal laundry, assisting with showers, assisting with toileting, dressing, undressing,oral care, hair care, transfers and ambulation, showers and any otherneeds addressed on the resident service plan.Communicate changes inresidents' conditions accurately and efficiently to RN/LPN, RSD, emergency personnel, physician and resident family/responsible party.Perform services asa NOC shift Medication Assistant. Services may include:Laundry and housekeeping of common areas.Settingup of diningroom.Providingresidents' activities ofdailyliving.Filing, preparingdocumentationforthe following shift, etc.Resident Safety: Assistinkeepingthe environmentsafeandcleanforallresidents.Keepallmedicationsintheirappropriatestoragearea.Keepmedicationcupboard,carts,anddoorsalways locked,whennotinuse.Washhandsperpolicyandfollowproperinfectioncontrolprocedures.Observe residents forsafety, changes incondition, potential abusive situations, etc.,andreport any changes of condition or other pertinent information to supervisor.Follow safety protocols and procedures, making sure safety is the primary concern for all residents and team members.Carry andknowhowtouseSARA system phones.  Always carry the phone communication device.Respondtoemergencysignal/call system.Keepthe medicationroomcleanandwellorganized,freeofanypersonalbelongings,foodand drink not directly used for resident medication assistance.Becontactpersonforemergencypersonnelduringresidentemergency.Additional duties as assigned.Service Standards: Assist and support the care staff while on shift.  Answer questions, mentor and teach in accordance with Senior Living service standards and Christian discipleship.Oversee and train Med-Techs in ongoing pharmacy communication and processes.Support the Resident Care Coordinator with system updates and policy changes.Assist with one-on-ones, providing coaching opportunities regarding med-tech procedures.Answer incoming phone calls in a professional manner and answer all questions.Provide a warm, home-like environment by showing unconditional compassion and respect. and making sure safety is the primary concern within the community.Provide regular, ongoing professional communicationwith the pharmacy, physicians, families, residents, homehealthagencies, assisted living,memory care andmanagementstaff.Uphold all Washington state rules and regulations, always maintaining compliance.Be available for state surveyors as requested by the Executive Director or Director of Nursing.Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: When the Supervisor is not scheduled on shift, Medication Tech will act as Manager on Duty. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS CHRIST CENTERED Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc). Prayerfully seeks God's will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA. Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices. Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA's Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader. EDUCATION High school graduate, GED or equivalent. EXPERIENCE A minimum of three years' experience in a med-tech related role. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION WA state NAC license in good standing.CPR/First Aid card.Nurse Delegation Core and Mental Health/Dementia Certification.SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE Point Click Care and the SARA System E-messenger phone. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Read, write, communicate in and interpret English at a functional level.Criminalrecordclearanceprior toinitialpresenceinthecommunityPassedpostofferhealthphysical,TBtestanddrugscreen.Currentbasicfirstaid orobtainwithinfirst30daysof hire.Completionofstatespecificrequiredtraining,completedinmandatedtimeframe.Must beabletosetup,record andassist withmedications asordered byphysiciansand/orat the direction of the RN and RSD.Strongcommunicationskills inwritingandverballyAbletohandleconstantinterruptions.Mustbehighly organizedandpaygreatattentiontodetail,abletofollow-upandmulti-task.Abletostand,walk,stoop,kneel,crouch,and/orbendfornumerousorlongperiodsoftime.AbletoliftSOpoundsandpush,pull,ortransfer100pounds.Abletowork withresidents inarespectful,compassionatemanner. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE Previous experience as a NAC in LTC or other related health care setting. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION Food handlers permitFirst Aide and dementia mental health certificates.STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King's Schools, and World Concern.  As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA's religious beliefs. CRISTA's employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA's Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God's creation.