Certified Medication Technician

Sevita • Dawson Springs, KY

9d

About The Position

Administer medications to participants as ordered by a physician and according to the medication script, under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Medication administration must follow established nursing standards, facility policies, procedures, and practices, and applicable state requirements.

Under nursing department supervision, the medical support staff CMT prepares, administers, and documents commonly used oral and topical medications ordered for participants. The role also supports medication inventory and records, transports residents to medical appointments, coordinates appointment paperwork and communication, schedules appointments, obtains and distributes medications, and performs related duties, including direct support professional duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of positive performance in healthcare as an experienced direct care provider and Certified Medication Technician.
• Meet all requirements of the direct care position.
• Active Maryland Certified Medication Technician certification.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Travel is required; driving record must meet Sevita standards.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

• Safely prepare, administer, and document ordered oral and topical medications.
• Ensure that medications are administered only with a written, signed, and dated order from an attending licensed physician.
• Check that sufficient stock medications, supplies, and equipment are available for participants’ nursing needs, and report needs to a supervisor.
• Verify narcotic records for the shift and follow facility policies and procedures for medication destruction.
• Transport residents to medical appointments.
• Obtain necessary paperwork from physicians or clinicians and coordinate information with the manager and facility.
• Schedule medical appointments as requested.
• Obtain medications from the pharmacy and distribute them to residences.
• Review medication inventory, documentation, and expiration dates.
• Perform other related duties and activities as required, including direct support professional duties.

What This Job Offers

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