Med Tech for Assisted Living

Essential Duties

• Follow the policies and procedures of the facility governing the administering of medications to residents.
• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Absorb and implement procedures or programs to identify medication errors, their causes, and preventive measures.
• Perform administrative tasks like completing forms, charts, and reports as required.
• Maintain a positive relationship with other members of Health Services, attending physicians, the Health Services Director, and pharmacists.
• Report complaints or grievances from residents to the Health Services Director.
• Participate in facility surveys and Quality Assurance programs.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications.
• Verify new resident medications and follow facility policies for destruction of medications.
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation of medications.
• Document and remove discontinued medications.
• Notify the Health Services Director of drug receipt errors and follow documentation procedures.
• Ensure medications are ingested or applied as directed and report any issues.
• Measure, record, and report vital signs accurately.
• Allow residents to self-administer medications if permitted by facility policy.
• Understand and use common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms related to medication administration.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
• Keep resident's protected health information confidential and report any unauthorized disclosures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience as a medication technician.
• Licensed Medication Aide with successful completion of a state-approved training program and necessary examinations.

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, walk, and talk frequently.
• Frequent use of office equipment including computers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, telephones, and calculators.
• Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer.
• May assist in evacuating residents during emergencies.

Work Environment

• The noise level is usually low to moderate.
• The work environment requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, reading, hearing, and using office equipment.