Job description

Brookside Memory Care

If you're looking to work in a professional environment with a team that's dedicated to patient-centered care and committed to a culture of innovation then our team is looking for you! Our home is brand new to the Portland market, with 42 beds, a beautiful open concept floor plan and mission to provide unmatched care to every family in our community. We are currently looking for Full-time Night Shift (6pm-6am). Two years of caregiving/med tech experience and knowledge of Dementia and related diseases preferred.

Responsibilities

- Our Med Tech are responsible for providing assistance and support with residents’ activities of daily living.

- Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the company’s philosophy and policies, state/federal regulations, and resident rights.

- Assist residents in meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

- Assist with resident activities, encourage, remind, and assist residents to participate in activities.

- Encourage residents to eat meals in the dining room by escorting and assisting during meals as needed.

- Assist with cleaning the dining room after meal service, as assigned.

- Assist with tidying up the residents’ room or apartment.

- Assist with cleaning (or disinfecting) resident equipment, as needed.

- Assist with residents’ personal laundry, as assigned.

- Dispose of bio-hazard waste according to OSHA regulations and company policies.

- Carry out all resident care duties following Standard Precautions with appropriate application and removal of personal protective equipment.

- Med Techs-Pass Medications following safe guidelines.

- Work with Health Services Manager to get all paperwork completed and up to date.

- Be the lead on the floor.

Communication, Observation and Documentation

- This position also plays an instrumental role in observing, reporting, and documenting mental, physical, or behavioral changes that may indicate an acute illness or decline in overall health.

- Observe and report changes in the residents’ appetite and physical ability to eat and drink.

- Respond to resident emergencies following proper company policy and procedure.

- Maintain accurate, complete and confidential resident care records, according to company policies and procedures.

- Notify the supervisor on duty immediately when a resident becomes severely ill, injured, or presents with a change of condition.

- Notify supervisor of concerns or questions presented by the resident or residents’ family members.

- Report immediately to supervisor any employee incident/injury.

- Report immediately any safety concern.

Educations and Training

- Dementia related training will be provided at orientation and maintained annually to meet CEU state requirements.

- Customer Service and food service training is provided on sight. OSHA certified food handler's card is required.

- CPR certification through the Red Cross and The American Heart Association is required.

- Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Interpersonal Skills

- Team work, positive attitude, and willingness to help out

- Accountability and punctuality

- Time management and prioritization skills

- Ability to maintain a safe resident environment, take direction from team members, and provide feedback in a respectful and appropriate manner

- Willingness to learn and an eagerness to accept new roles and responsibilities

- Transparent and effective communication skills

Physical Requirements

- Proper body mechanics when lifting and follow safety guidelines according to community policies and procedures.

- Proper assistance for transferring and lifting of residents as needed

If you're are looking for an environment to truly make a difference in every day then Brookside Memory Care is the place for you! Our mission and vision is to find a team of individuals who lead with compassion and purpose in a professional environment. If this is you, please apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tigard, OR 97223: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Healthcare Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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