Medication Room Assistant - FT Days

NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER • Dallas, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Room Assistant supports the safe, accurate, and efficient operation of the medication room. The role supervises clients’ self-administration of medications, monitors medical concerns, and arranges or coordinates client medical care. It also focuses on medication preparation support, stock medication inventory management, and documentation of client medications. The position is based in Dallas, Texas, and follows a Tuesday–Saturday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of medications and medical terminology.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage crisis situations and make sound clinical judgments.
• Ability to understand and follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties promptly, accurately, neatly, and to a high standard.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a medical assistant, pharmacy technician, or related program.
• Experience in a healthcare, behavioral health, or substance abuse treatment setting.
• Familiarity with medication handling, inventory systems, or pharmacy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client files according to HHSC and Joint Commission requirements.
• Maintain and update client appointment schedules for medical providers, counselors, medication pickup, and outside service providers.
• Order and replace supplies as needed to maintain stock levels.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medications in the client’s e-Mar in Welligent, including missed medications and the reasons they were missed.
• Assist the supervisor with required audits, such as first aid box audits, for quality monitoring and compliance.
• Attend team meetings and training as required.
• Record significant events related to client medical issues.
• Coordinate with local vendors such as pharmacies and labs.
• Keep the medication room clean and organized.
• Maintain accurate medication inventory, including controlled-substance counts, with minimal errors.
• Receive, log, and store medication deliveries according to protocol.
• Monitor expiration dates and remove outdated or discontinued medications.
• Ensure proper medication storage conditions, including temperature logs and security.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA, CFR 42, agency compliance, code of conduct, and Nexus policies and procedures.
• Treat clients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Obtain and maintain training required to comply with state licensure rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Full-time employees receive fully covered health insurance premiums for their own coverage.
• Health insurance coverage is available for dependents at a cost.
• Clinical and medical staff are eligible for student loan reimbursement through the organization’s HRSA-approved site designation.

What This Job Offers

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