What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med-Passer position at New Perspective?
Offering a $1,500 sign on bonus!!
(As a member of the New Perspective family of senior living communities, application and interview processes are managed by New Perspective.)
The Caregiver Med Passers are responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services by administering medication and treatments in a safe organized manner. This includes administration of medications, documentation of medication administration and resident care while demonstrating Woodland Terrace’s (by New Perspective) mission and values in accordance with federal, state and local standards and regulations. This opportunity is a perfect fit for compassionate individuals looking to make a difference in the lives of others. We offer opportunities for training, advancement, education financial assistance, bonuses, and much more.
Within the first 30 days upon your hire date, you will be required to learn and properly perform the Caregiver responsibilities and successfully complete the Med Passer training requirements. Upon completion of these requirements, you will become our next qualified Med Passer, QMA on the team.
**REQUIRED: previous Med Passer experience to qualify for the 30-day Med Passer offer.
Job Shift: Flexible Schedule!
- Full-time (days, evenings, overnights)
- Part-time (days, evening, overnights)
- Rotating weekends and holidays
When you join our team, you’ll gain:
- Referral Bonus – Earn a bonus each time we hire a new team member referred by you.
- Flexible Scheduling – Partner with your manager to create your ideal schedule.
- Full-time or Part-time – What works best for you? We want to make it happen!
- Tuition Assistance – We invest in our team members’ development to promote within. Share your career goals with us!
- Leadership Support – We will give you the resources, training, and guidance to be successful in your current and future roles. Your success is our success!
- Collaborative & Inclusive Work Culture – We value all of our team members’ experiences and backgrounds, and we continue to build dynamic teams. We’re committed to listening to team members’ ideas in order to make some of the best improvements.
- Positive Impacts – You’ll make a difference by helping seniors live life on purpose!
Responsibilities
- Reads and documents in all communication logs and informs the nurse when needed
- Effectively completes incident reports per company policy
- Accurately dispenses, passes medications & documents in the MAR, absent of errors
- Accurately assists residents with self-administration of medications
- Accurately counts narcotics in accordance with company policy
- Honors personhood by reading and knowing the Residents’ Life Stories
- Actively involved in the life enrichment program
- Is compliant with company training requirements
- Demonstrates a high level of safety and privacy of resident information in all work practices
- Champions “follow-through” on all delegated tasks from the Director of Health & Wellness (DON)
- Assists residents in accordance with their individual service (care) plans to include: personal care and activities of daily living (eating, drinking, walking, and transferring) and use of adaptive equipment (hearing aids, glasses, and dentures)
- Complies with company Mission, Values, and Principles of Service, policies and procedures, and applicable laws
- Communicates and interacts in a professional, respectful, and hospitable manner with residents, families, and team members
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency required
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Previous Med Passer experience required
- Ability to read, write, speak & understand the English language
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks
- Ability to make decisions and act in the resident’s best interest
- Ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working with seniors preferred and desire to serve and care for seniors
- Competent in organizational and time management skills
Team Member Benefits & Perks*
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match!
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
- Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Education assistance - up to $5,000 per calendar year!
- Leadership Development & Career Advancement
- Real-time Access to Earned Wages
- Referral Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Program
*Benefits vary by full-time, part-time, and PRN status.
Why New Perspective Senior Living? A career with a purpose starts here!
This is an exciting time to join Woodland Terrace by New Perspective. We are a growing company serving over 2,000 seniors today with a goal of reaching 10,000 by 2025. Our growth is creating energy, excitement, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. We have a culture of servant leadership and collaboration that supports each team member’s personal and professional development. At Woodland Terrace you’re not just an employee, you are a valued member of our team.
OUR HIRING PROCESS IS QUICK & EASY
Step 1: Application (5-10 minutes) Apply for the position that matches your interest and let us know the best way to contact you.
Step 2: Phone Screening (20 minutes) These quick introductions help us to learn more about your career goals and see if New Perspective is a good fit.
Step 3: In-Person Interview (45 minutes) We want to learn more about you! Share your past work experiences and your future goals. You’ll also get to ask us questions, tour our community, and meet some of the team.
Step 4: Job Offer If the role and community seem like a good fit, we’ll reach out with a job offer. Job offers may even be made at the time of your interview!
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