Medication Technician

Medication Administration Position

Shift: 1st and 2nd shifts

Pay: $16.75 - $21.75 (Based on credentials and experience)

Purpose of this position:

Timely, accurate and safe administration of resident medications according to health professional’s orders. Assure that all aspects of the resident’s personal care and service plan is implemented while assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible.

Qualifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA); Medical Assistant (MA); L.P.N. other credential or experience which prepares the individual to perform the duties preferred. Typically a minimum of 18 years of age and high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to physically and mentally perform essential functions of this position. Ability to communicate effectively in English. Competency trained in proper administration of medications.

Essential Functions:

· Timely and accurate administration of medications to residents as ordered by the licensed health care professional

· Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration in the EMAR system.

· Follows proper protocol for reporting any medication related concerns

· Accurately counts and documents medication inventory, including narcotics and controlled substances. Reorders medications timely to assure residents do not miss doses.

· Maintains a clean and organized medication cart and med room. Complies with EMAR requirements including charging of the Chromebook.

· Routine and non-routine communication with licensed health care professionals, pharmacy, hospice personnel, home health care personnel and resident family members

· Proper documentation of all communication relating to resident care including changes in medication

· Respond to resident requests for assistance, including “call lights”.

· Observe residents for any change in condition (physical, emotional, cognitive or behavioral)

· Communicate any change in condition to the supervisor

· Assist residents to maintain their highest level of independence

· Comply with infection control protocols

· Treat all residents with dignity and respect

· Provide excellent care and service to the residents of this living center in accordance with their individual written plans of care and service

We offer:

· No wage cap

· Opportunity for advancement

· Perfect attendance bonus

· Flexible spending account (wage works account)

· 90-day potential pay raise (dependent on performance)

· PTO based on hours worked and years of service

· Annual pay raise (dependent on performance)

· Paid orientation and training

Job Type: Part-time opportunities available

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