Med Aide - (Days)

Acadia Healthcare•Canton, SD

21d

About The Position

We are looking to add a compassionate Med Aide to our amazing nursing staff team! Keystone Treatment Center is a 126 Bed Treatment Center providing services to adults on an inpatient basis. Keystone is located in Canton SD, just a short drive from Sioux Falls, SD. PURPOSE STATEMENT: Assist with the administration of medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. WHO ARE WE Established in 1973, Keystone Treatment Center has excelled in providing comprehensive individualized care for individuals who are suffering with Chemical Dependency, Compulsive Gambling and Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions. We are a nationally recognized and respected treatment center that offers both inpatient and outpatient treatment in an atmosphere of Trust, Honesty and Responsibility . Keystone is proud to offer a full continuum of recovery services including Assessments, Medical Detoxification, Rehabilitation, and Continuing care. Services are grounded in the 12 Steps of Recovery and a number of evidenced based therapeutic interventions that are designed to meet the unique needs of the patients who are entrusted in our care. BENEFITS Keystone Treatment Center provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our nurses. Current benefits include: Competitive Hourly Rate with Shift Differential available (Nights and Weekends) 8 Paid Holidays and 24 Hours of Personal Time Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance Acadia Healthcare 401(K) plan Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Legal, Financial Services and more) Licensure reimbursement Uniform and Shoe stipend Tuition Reimbursement Program Excellent training program Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities SHIFTS AND HOURS We have a full-time day position available. Scheduled Shifts are 8 Hours / Day per week with shift differentials available TRAINING AND ORIENTATION Keystone Treatment Center is committed to Training and Safety. All New Hire Counselors will attend a 2 Day Facility Orientation and Patient Treatment Program Overview before spending 2 Weeks in Unit Orientation with a Preceptor. We can accommodate shadow shifts for interested candidates! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE MEDICATION AIDE (MEDAID) This individual will work in office answering telephone, assessing callers. checking payer sources, scheduling transportation for treatment, helping with the admissions process, doing data entry and doing room assignments. This person must have compassion and empathy for the individual seeking help for their disease. They need a working knowledge of the disease of addiction and a willingness to help the patient and their families. This will be a rotating shift and weekends. Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment, under the direction of charge nurse or supervisor. Administer prescribed medications to patients according to established protocols and physician orders. Prepare and organize medication doses, including oral, topical, and other forms as directed. Ensure medications are stored and handled in accordance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements. Document patient interactions and report changes in patient conditions or behaviors by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately. Document timely, accurate, and appropriate information in patient medical record. Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly. Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress. Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior, and participation in treatment. Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests, and other members of the health care team. Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance. Follow established policies, procedures, and standards for patient care. Stay informed about changes in medication practices and healthcare regulations. Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required. Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of a Medication Technician/Aide training program as required by the state in which the facility is located.
Basic understanding of pharmacology and medication administration techniques.
Certification as a Medication Technician/Aide, as required by the state in which the facility is located.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
Knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.
First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment, under the direction of charge nurse or supervisor.
Administer prescribed medications to patients according to established protocols and physician orders.
Prepare and organize medication doses, including oral, topical, and other forms as directed.
Ensure medications are stored and handled in accordance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Document patient interactions and report changes in patient conditions or behaviors by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.
Document timely, accurate, and appropriate information in patient medical record.
Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.
Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.
Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior, and participation in treatment.
Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests, and other members of the health care team.
Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.
Follow established policies, procedures, and standards for patient care.
Stay informed about changes in medication practices and healthcare regulations.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required.
Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers always.
When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.
Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Rate with Shift Differential available (Nights and Weekends)
8 Paid Holidays and 24 Hours of Personal Time
Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Acadia Healthcare 401(K) plan
Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Legal, Financial Services and more)
Licensure reimbursement
Uniform and Shoe stipend
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Excellent training program
Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry.
Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities