Medication Admin Tech (PRN)

Pyramid Healthcare•Bowie, MD

19d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centered behavioral healthcare. The Medication Administration Technician supports the medical and clinical teams by assisting with medication-related responsibilities, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring clients’ health and safety in a therapeutic environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff.
Maintain a safe and therapeutic medication department while minimizing errors.
Demonstrate knowledge of medication-administration procedures.
Possess knowledge of substance-use-disorder and mental-health treatment.
Maintain working knowledge of HIPAA, licensing requirements, and CARF standards.
Support the organization’s clinical programs and treatment objectives.
Complete all required and mandatory training hours.
Maintain professional and confidential relationships with clients.
Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.

Nice To Haves

Two to five years of experience in the medical or healthcare field preferred.
Knowledge of medication-administration procedures preferred.
Experience using an electronic medical record preferred.
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete medication-related paperwork for new admissions.
Verify new clients’ medications during the intake process.
Assist the medical department with required documentation.
Work closely with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff to ensure client needs are met.
Assist with and oversee medication administration in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
Monitor client medications and distribute them on time.
Serve as a practicum observer for recently trained staff completing medication-administration training.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and communication logs.
Complete new-admission paperwork as needed.
Communicate effectively with staff through verbal and written communication.
Attend meetings and required training sessions.
Listen to clients and provide appropriate support regarding their treatment needs.
Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide input to the treatment team.
Maintain a safe, orderly, confidential, and therapeutic environment.
Provide crisis intervention and respond appropriately to client emergencies.
Transport clients when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.