Certified Medication Technician - Chillicothe, MO

Stonebridge Chillicothe • Chillicothe, MO

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About The Position

The Certified Medication Technician assists with administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician. The role works under the direction of the attending physician, nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and Director of Nursing Services. The technician follows facility procedures for medication administration and documentation, reports medication errors and resident reactions, measures and records vital signs, and completes required administrative records. StoneBridge Senior Living describes its communities as supportive, family-oriented environments where employees are encouraged to develop their senior-care skills and provide high-quality care.

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, including 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 medication errors, determine when, where, and why they occur, and prevent them.
• Complete and submit required forms, charts, reports, and other administrative records.
• Ensure documentation of a drug receipt error 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 about medication errors or resident reactions to medications.
• Follow the facility’s medication card practices.
• Follow facility procedures for recording medication orders in residents’ clinical records, including medication type, route, dosage, frequency, and strength.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability benefits (eligibility may apply)
• 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: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED