Medication Tech (Med Tech) | Full-Time | 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Harmony Senior Services•Columbia, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Tech provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents, and assists with administering prescribed medications within the established scope of practice. The role includes supporting residents’ daily routines, responding to calls and emergencies, reporting and documenting resident and medication concerns, maintaining medication carts, and helping residents transition into the community. The Medication Tech must follow position policies and confidentiality requirements, attend medication training and other required meetings, and work cooperatively with the nursing team.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of the Medication Aide Course.
Current CNA and Med Tech licenses from the State Board of Nursing in good standing.
Satisfactorily pass two medication observations annually.
Satisfactorily pass all assigned medication cart audits.
Attend four additional hours of medication administration education annually.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
Ability to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Ability to represent the community positively and professionally.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
Ability to remain calm and competent during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Assist with administration of prescribed medications within the established scope of practice.
Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
Assist residents with activities of daily living and with travel to and from the dining room and activities.
Report resident incidents, care concerns, and issues to appropriate individuals.
Perform housekeeping duties as directed, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments and common areas.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts.
Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities; check on ill residents and report their status or concerns.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Support new residents during move-in transitions, including providing emotional support.
Attend scheduled medication trainings and complete medication administration observations, audits, and education.
Complete medication cart audits as assigned and maintain the medication cart as directed.
Communicate residents’ medication needs to the HCD and document them in the Daily Log.
Re-order medications, fax information to the pharmacy, communicate with resident families or representatives as needed regarding changes, and report in the Daily Log.
Document medication administration in the EMAR/MAR and report and document exceptions to the HCD, EMAR, and Daily Log.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.