Certified Medication Technician

Overview PURPOSE STATEMENT: Assist with the administration of medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position requires a thorough understanding of facility’s treatment program and philosophy, admission process, and criteria, working knowledge of various aspects of alcoholism, drug abuse, and dual diagnosis. This individual is a member of the mental health team providing professional level nursing and medical care to patients under the supervision of a licensed medical provider, Licensed Practical Nurse, or licensed Registered Nurse Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a Medication Technician/Aide training program as required by the state in which the facility is located. Basic understanding of pharmacology and medication administration techniques. Previous experience in a behavioral health setting preferred. Knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.

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Certification as a Medication Technician/Aide, as required by the state in which the facility is located. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. We are committed toprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividual’scharacteristicsprotected byapplicable state,federalandlocallaws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acadia Healthcare