Medication Technician (On Call)

CCRC•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Horizon House is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medication Technician to join its Assisted Living team on an on-call basis. The role assists residents with medications and supports the accuracy and safety of medication systems under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) Delegator. The Medication Technician works with nurses, CNAs, and other team members to support residents’ health and well-being through professional, empathetic, and collaborative care. The position administers medications and treatments, documents medication activity, maintains medication security and records, and communicates resident status and changes to the care team. It also includes assigned CNA duties and adherence to safety, infection-control, emergency, confidentiality, and regulatory procedures. CPR renewal, Food Handler’s Permit renewal, and continuing education are provided at no cost. Applicants offered a role must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States and pass a DSHS background check and drug screening. Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

Requirements

Active Washington State Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) credential and at least six months of work experience.
Active status on the OBRA Registry.
High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of Nurse Delegation Core Training.
Successful completion of Nurse Delegation with a Focus on Diabetes Management.
Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English.
Proficiency using computers and software.
EMR experience.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or completion of certification within 30 days of hire.
Food Handler’s Permit, or completion within 14 days of hire.
Completion of DSHS Dementia and Mental Health training as required by Washington State regulations; if not previously completed or certification cannot be located, complete both training sessions within 90 days of hire.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Strong communication skills, including timely and appropriate contact with prescribers, pharmacists, families, residents, and other care-team members.
Ability to complete all physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Compliance with confidentiality requirements for access to, use of, and disclosure of protected health information, including appropriate safeguards against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
Legal right to work in the United States.
Applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Accurately manage and administer medications and treatments according to physician orders, policies, and regulations.
Document medication administration, effectiveness, and side effects according to established procedures.
Protect residents’ rights and maintain confidentiality during medication delivery.
Transcribe new or changed orders into the electronic health record MAR within scope of practice.
Maintain secure storage and accountability for medications, including controlled substances.
Report changes in residents’ conditions to nursing staff promptly and appropriately.
Communicate with licensed staff, physicians, other disciplines, families, and administrative staff about resident status, medication refusals, and changes in condition.
Order new and renewal medications, including medications needed for treatments.
Upon a resident’s discharge or expiration, collect and dispose of scheduled and controlled substances, open liquids, and injectables as prescribed by law.
Keep the work environment clean, especially medication rooms and carts.
Follow safety, infection-control, and emergency procedures, use PPE properly, and participate in drills.
Assist with information gathering and documentation for incidents.
Follow infection-control policies and procedures.
Perform CNA job duties as assigned by a supervisor or designee.