Bethlehem
The Med-Tech specializing in Memory & Behavioral Care is responsible for safely administering medications, supporting residents with dementia and behavioral health needs, and assisting the nursing team by monitoring resident conditions. This role plays a key part in maintaining a calm, structured, and supportive environment designed for individuals experiencing cognitive decline, memory loss, or behavioral challenges. • Safely administer prescribed medications following facility protocols and state regulations., • Accurately document medication administration, refusals, and resident responses., • Maintain medication carts, storage, and supplies in compliance with infection control and safety standards., • Report medication errors, adverse reactions, and concerns promptly to the nurse on duty., • Ensure correct use of psychotropic medications, monitoring effectiveness and side effects., • Use dementia-friendly communication techniques, cueing, redirection, and reassurance during care., • Observe residents for changes in mood, behavior, or health status and document/report findings., • Assist with behavior-management strategies, including de-escalation and non-pharmacological interventions., • Support residents with ADLs as needed, especially when behaviors or cognitive changes impact self-care., • Promote a calming, structured environment that reduces agitation and overstimulation., • Recognize behavioral triggers, wandering patterns, or early signs of distress., • Follow individualized behavior-support plans created by nursing, social services, and behavioral specialists., • Employ trauma-informed care approaches to promote resident safety and emotional comfort., • Support safe meal service, hydration, and engagement for residents prone to distraction, refusal, or agitation., • Maintain compliance with state regulations for medication delegation and memory-care operations., • Adhere to infection-control practices, including hand hygiene and proper PPE use., • Assist in maintaining a secure environment, preventing elopement/wandering events., • Participate in emergency drills, incident reporting, and follow-up documentation., • Keep resident information confidential in alignment with HIPAA and facility policy., • Work closely with LPNs, RNs, CNAs, caregivers, and wellness/activity teams to ensure resident needs are met., • Communicate changes in condition, behavior, or medication-related concerns to nursing staff., • Participate in shift huddles, care planning discussions, and in-service training., • Support and mentor caregivers on dementia-friendly and behavioral-safety techniques., • Interact compassionately and professionally with residents and families., • Provide updates (within role scope) on daily routines, behaviors, and general well-being., • Help create a welcoming, supportive environment for family visits and engagement., • Completion of state-approved Medication Technician/Medication Aide training., • Current certification/registration as required by state regulations., • Experience in memory care, dementia care, behavioral health, or assisted living highly preferred., • Strong understanding of dementia progression, behavior cues, and de-escalation strategies., • Ability to prioritize safety, maintain calm under pressure, and support residents with complex needs., • Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills., • Basic proficiency with electronic health records (EHR/EMR).