Medication Room Manager

Psynergy Programs Inc•Rancho Cordova, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Room Manager is responsible for passing medications and assisting with the self-administration of medication. This role involves logging all medications in and out, preparing medications for clients going on pass, and maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the medication room and storage areas. The position also requires observing residents' routines, monitoring their health, and assisting residential floor staff and emergency personnel as needed. Adherence to universal precautions and other assigned duties is also expected.

Requirements

Excellent written and oral communication
Organized and efficient.
Able to read and interpret documents such as procedural manuals.
Demonstrates patience and empathy.
Exhibits excellent listening skills.
Possesses excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Remains calm during stressful situations.
Maintains friendly and outgoing demeanor.
High School Diploma or GED required
1+ years passing medications is required
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be able to receive criminal record clearance as required by Title XXII, licensing regulations. This includes FBI and DOJ clearance.
A health screening, by or under the direction of a physician must have been performed not more than six months prior to employment or within seven (7) days after employment. Health screening must include TB clearance not more than six months prior to employment or within seven (7) days after employment.
Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to administer first aid and CPR with proper training.

Nice To Haves

an Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Experience working with mental health clients is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Passes client medications on-time and in authorized locations, documenting administration as required.
Assist clients as needed with self-administering medication.
Assists during the client admission process by setting up the “Medication Log” and other required medication services forms and logging in all medications received.
Logs in and out all medications that are received or medications that need to be returned to pharmacy as needed.
Prepares all medications for clients going out on pass.
Completes daily report of low or no medication supplies.
Ensures that Medication Room, storage areas, and refrigerators are organized, safe, and clean.
Observes residents’ daily routines and monitors residents’ behavioral and physical health changes, documenting and reporting as required.
Assists and supports residential floor staff as needed and/or assigned.
Assists with emergency personnel in the event of an emergency call, to include providing and completing necessary paperwork.
Takes vitals and administers medication as needed.
Adheres to the universal precautions of handwashing, gloves, use of disinfectant and proper disposal of infectious materials.
Performs other duties assigned.