Med Tech - 2nd Shift

About the role

Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents. Note and report errors in the administration of medications. Assist in developing and implementing procedures or programs to identify medication errors.

Responsibilities

• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Avoid and prevent medication errors by verifying medications brought into the facility by new residents.
• Complete necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., as required.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and the Pharmaceutical Services Committee.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications.
• Verify the identity of residents before administering medication.
• Measure, record, and report vital signs of residents.
• Document instances where prescribed medication is not administered.
• Notify the appropriate personnel of any medication errors or adverse reactions.
• Ensure proper documentation of drug receipt errors.
• Follow facility procedures for holding medications for residents who are transferred or whose medications are discontinued.
• Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
• Report any unauthorized attempts to access the facility's information system.
• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel to ensure adequate maintenance of nursing services.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information, including protected health information.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized disclosures of such information.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Licensed Medication Aide with successful completion of a state-approved training program and any necessary examinations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

• Knowledge of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relevant to the administration of medications.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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