Certified Medication Tech
About The Position
The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) administers prescribed medications to patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse, following physician orders, facility protocols, and applicable state regulations. The CMT documents medication administration and patient responses, observes patients for side effects or changes in condition, and promptly reports concerns to nursing staff. The role also supports medication inventory and storage, controlled-substance accountability, infection control, and a safe, therapeutic environment while complying with facility, company, custody, and regulatory policies and protecting patient confidentiality.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification as required by state regulations.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening per facility and company requirements.
- Knowledge of medication administration principles and safety practices.
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility.
- Ability to use hands for medication preparation and documentation.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare or correctional experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications accurately and safely under the direction of licensed nursing staff.
- Observe patients for medication side effects, adverse reactions, and changes in condition, and promptly report concerns to nursing staff.
- Document medication administration and patient responses in the medical record.
- Assist with medication inventory, storage, expiration-date monitoring, and controlled-substance accountability as assigned.
- Maintain a safe and clean medication administration environment.
- Follow CFG Health, facility, custody, and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and protect sensitive health information.
- Communicate effectively with nursing staff, custody staff, providers, and patients.
- Participate in shift reports, staff meetings, and required in-service training.
- Respond appropriately to medical or behavioral emergencies.
- Support infection-control practices and safety standards.
- Demonstrate professional conduct, reliability, and accountability.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
