Medication Tech

PACS

2d•$21 - $23

About The Position

The Medication Technician assists with administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician and under the direction of the attending physician, nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and Health Services Director. Medication administration must follow established nursing standards, facility policies and procedures, and applicable state requirements. The role includes preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications; observing residents and reporting medication errors or reactions; recording vital signs; and completing related documentation. The position works with Health Services staff, physicians, and pharmacists and participates in facility quality assurance, committee, inspection, and continuing education activities. This is a full-time position that includes weekends. The pay range is $21–$23, depending on experience. An active HCA/CNA is required, as is qualification as a licensed Medication Aide through a state-approved training program and any required examinations.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Active HCA/CNA.
Licensed Medication Aide status, with successful completion of a state-approved training program and any examinations required by state law.
Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear regularly; use a desktop or laptop computer for prolonged periods; and use office equipment such as a copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator.

Responsibilities

Follow facility policies and procedures for administering medications to residents.
Note and report medication administration errors, and assist with programs to identify and prevent such errors.
Complete and submit required forms, charts, reports, and other administrative documentation.
Maintain productive working relationships with Health Services staff, attending physicians, the Health Services Director, and pharmacists.
Report resident complaints or grievances to the Health Services Director.
Participate in facility surveys or inspections as requested by the Executive Director or Health Services Director.
Participate in Quality Assurance programs, the Pharmaceutical Services Committee, and other relevant facility committees or programs.
Prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications accurately and safely.
Verify that medications brought by newly admitted residents are examined and identified by the attending physician or facility pharmacy or pharmacist.
Follow facility policies for medication destruction, labeling, charting, and documentation, including assisting with required procedures under the direction of the pharmacist or Health Services Director.
Ensure administered medications are properly labeled and assist in documenting and removing medications discontinued by the attending physician.
Follow procedures for drug receipt errors, notify the delivery source and Health Services Director, and ensure required written reports are signed by the technician and an observer or witness.
Follow procedures for holding medications when residents are transferred or when medications are discontinued.
Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed; document medications not administered and the reasons, including refusals.
Promptly notify the Health Services Director of medication errors or resident reactions.
Verify resident identity before administering medication treatment.
Measure, record, and report residents’ vital signs accurately.
Follow facility procedures for resident self-administration of medications.
Attend continuing education programs and maintain current certification.
Protect resident health information, report suspected or known unauthorized disclosures, and report suspected or known unauthorized attempts to access the facility information system.
Perform assigned tasks according to facility policies, procedures, instructions, work assignments, and schedules.
Cooperate with personnel across departments to ensure nursing services meet residents’ needs.