Certified Medication Technician-Part Time

Stonebridge Westphalia • Westphalia, MO

12h

About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician assists in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician. The work is performed under the direction of the attending physician, nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and Director of Nursing Services. The role also involves documenting medication administration, reporting errors or resident reactions, and accurately measuring and recording vital signs.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Licensed medication technician who has successfully completed a state-approved training program and any required examinations in accordance with state law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate adequately in writing and orally, and effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies and procedures for administering medications to residents.
• Note and report medication administration errors.
• Assist in developing and implementing facility procedures or programs to identify when, where, and why medication errors occur and how they can be prevented.
• Complete and submit required administrative forms, charts, and reports.
• Ensure documentation of drug receipt errors includes a written error report signed by an observer or witness and the technician.
• Accurately measure, record, and report residents’ vital signs.
• Promptly notify the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, or Director of Nursing Services of medication errors or resident reactions.
• Follow the facility’s medication card practices.
• Follow facility procedures for recording medication orders in the resident’s clinical record, including medication type, route, dosage, frequency, and strength.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability.
• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Bonus opportunities and recognition.
• Up to six paid holidays per year and/or double-time opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED