Medication Specialist - Keenan House for Men

Essential Job Functions

• Adheres to all applicable state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain medication confidentiality and security
• Responsible for storing and retrieving medication from storage
• Document medications on medication administration records and medication sheets
• Orient new residents to the Program’s medication policies and procedures. Observe medications being taken by residents
• Report medication misuse concerns to Clinical Supervisor
• Report medication errors to the compliance department and the Bureau of Addiction Services
• Directly connect residents to healthcare providers and prescribers. Work with providers and pharmacies to coordinate refills and to prevent individuals from running out of medications.
• Responsible for counting, inventorying and disposing of medication. Ensure an accurate return and release of medications to individuals at the time of discharge.

Qualifications, Experience and Education

• High school diploma required
• At least one year of residential addiction treatment experience required
• At least one year of medication observation experience preferred
• EMO (End Mass Overdose) Health Medication Specialist Training preferred