Caregiver/Med Tech On-Call @ Avamere Park Place!
- Avamere Communities
- Portland, OR
- 13 days ago
Job Description
Caregiver/Med TechType: Part-Time/On-Call Shift: VariousWage: $23-24/hr DOELocation: Avamere at Park Place - 8445 SW Hemlock St., Portland, OR 97223 - Near Tigard, OR
The primary purpose of this position is to provide each resident with routine daily health services and medication needs.
- 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.
- Assist with the Life Enrichment Program and encourage residents to participate in activities
- Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance
- Assist in providing a safe environment for residents
- Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, calm, and joy
- 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
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High-School diploma or equivalent
- Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) First Aid & CPR Certification
- Minimum of one-year of experience in a healthcare setting
- Must have or obtain (within 30-days of employment) Food Handlers Card
- Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders
- Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination preferred, but not required
Employee Perks:
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career Development
- Tuition assistance
- Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
- 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
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