Medication Technician

Job Details Level: Experienced Location: Park Place - Tacoma, WA 98405 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Highschool/GED Salary Range: $20.52 - $28.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day/Evening Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesAdult Residential Facility Adult Residential Facility Additional compensation may include shift differentials, stipends and/or longevity pay. Full Time Schedule Options: Flexible full-time schedule options; requires at least one working weekend day Day Shift 7am - 330pm Swing Shift 3pm - 1130pm Benefits We Offer - Medical, Dental, and Vision with 100% paid premiums for employees. 11 paid holidays 403(b)-retirement plan Life Insurance Long term Disability Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year) Mileage reimbursement Tuition Assistance Paid Sick leave and Vacation Bereavement Leave Student Loan Repayment Continuing Education Assistance All benefits contingent on working a scheduled 40hrs a week. Scope Provide residential medication monitoring services to mentally ill clients. Facilitate the community adjustment of clients at high risk for institutionalization. Serves as a member of the organization that welcomes, engages, and serves individuals with complex wellness needs. Responsibilities Monitor Park Place residents’ self-administration of medications. Facilitate continuity of care. Document all medication monitoring and self-medications in EHR program or Medication Administration Record (MAR), including progress notes as needed. Coordinate with the medical team to ensure medications are ordered and filled. Provide services and activities for residential clients that enhance self-care skills, independence, social skills, and self-reliance. Participate in meetings and activities as required. Work a schedule as needed to support 24/7 nursing services. In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice. Competencies Complete Medication Monitor training. Follow self-administered medication administration policy and procedure. Understands and respects diverse backgrounds and a commitment to culturally competent practice. Demonstrates ethical decision-making skills and appropriate boundaries. Promote whole health care as a key to people’s recovery and quality of life. Ability to receive consultation and apply feedback, is accountable, and contributes to a positive work environment. Develops and maintains a self-care plan, seeks supervision when needed and recognizes signs of burnout. Ability to complete paperwork and documentation within required timeframes, meeting content requirements. Ability to apply appropriate codes to patient care services as outlined by program guidelines. Compliance with competencies determined by Nursing Director. Participate in competency trainings identified by Human Resources and assigned program. Assist in monitoring and documenting medical supplies, floor stock, and pharmacy communication. Adhere to program’s infection control policy and protocols. Assist in all aspects of the laboratory specimen, collection and throughput. Adhere to the incident reporting process. Qualifications High school graduate or GED. Strong analytical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality. If role requires driving, must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and working vehicle. EEO Statement Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class. #J-18808-Ljbffr