Lead Med Tech MC in Tigard, Oregon at Cogir of Tigard

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Lead Med Tech MC serves as a liaison between residents, their families, and the care team, promoting a supportive and safe living environment. They support the Memory Care Director by assisting in scheduling, supervising staff, and ensuring that systems are in place to provide quality memory care living services in all resident care areas. Duties include problem-solving resident concerns and coordinating care with the team and external providers. Additionally, they help with medication administration and direct resident care when necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule and assign caregiving and medication tech shifts to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with staffing guidelines and department allowances.
• Participate in the recruitment and interview process for new care team members.
• Supervise, train, and support care team members, promoting teamwork and adherence to care standards.
• Supervise the medication room and orders, collaborating with medication technicians and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident records, including care plans, incident reports, and medical documentation.
• Coordinate care planning with home health agencies on-site, working within community and company policies.
• Coordinate admissions with the sales team, including supervising move-ins.
• Complete family/resident admission interviews.
• Facilitate effective communication among residents, their families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless care delivery.
• Address residents’ special needs, requests, and complaints.
• Assist with medication administration and provide direct care to residents as needed.
• Understand the community's care regulations, as well as state-specific regulations.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid state medication administration license (such as CNA/CMA/CMT/QMAP) or meet the state requirements for medication administration in assisted living.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least two (2) years of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, and a teamwork mindset.
• Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.