Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

Life Care Center of Bridgeton•Bridgeton, MO

About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician delivers quality care to patients during the admission and readmission process in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role involves preparing, administering, storing, and documenting oral and topical medications; helping prevent medication errors; completing CNA functions as directed; and supporting patient safety and care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a State-approved CNA program.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable State, with an active license in good standing maintained throughout employment.
Completion of a State-approved Certified Medication Technician program and exam.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, and of the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately and safely prepare, administer, store, and document commonly used oral and topical medications, as well as medications ordered by the attending physician.
Assist in developing and implementing procedures to assess potential medication errors, including when, where, and why they occur and how they can be prevented.
Report medication errors immediately.
Ensure that medication is administered only with a written, signed, and dated order from an attending physician.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Perform CNA functions as directed by a supervisor.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete required Code of Conduct and other compliance training.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in required areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.