Medication Technician

About This Role

This role involves administering prescribed medications, documenting resident responses, and providing direct patient care within a healthcare setting, supporting medical staff and assisting with clinical and technical aspects of care.

Responsibilities

• Administer resident oral and topical medication(s) as prescribed by a physician and within the scope of practice of a Med Tech
• Verify identity of resident receiving medication and observe ingestion or other application
• Record name of drug, dosage, and time of administration in the system of record
• Take and record vital signs or observe resident to detect response to specified medications, and report unexpected reactions
• Document reasons prescribed drugs are not taken and maintain related medical records under supervision of the nurse and/or medical staff
• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, dressing, feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments
• Identify and report deviations from safe practice, adhering to policies and guidelines of regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA)
• Provide escort service to residents as directed by supervisor and notify supervisor and oncoming staff of resident changes of condition
• Document care per policy and procedures, communicating and collaborating with other healthcare team members
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities and manage emergency situations

Requirements

• Completed designated Med Tech training or willing and able to complete
• Current CPR and AED certifications required or willing and able to become certified
• Current First Aid certification required or willing and able to become certified
• Ability to pass a comprehensive test based on basic pharmacology and medication safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred.
• 6 months prior Medication Technician experience preferred; prior experience working with geriatric clients preferred.

Nice to Have

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Prior experience working with geriatric clients
• 6 months prior Medication Technician experience
• Current state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Benefits

Certifications