Medication Technician
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$17 - $18 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Troy, New York |
About this job
Job Description
Are You Looking to Join an Amazing Team with a Positive Work Culture and Friendly Residents? Look No Further!!
Medication Assistant Entry-Level- Full Time or Part Time (Get paid weekly!)
Great for nursing students - get your foot in the door!
Hourly Rate: Ranges $17-$18
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Medication Assistant Overview: Administer routine medications to resident in accordance with state regulations.
Medication Assistant Responsibilities:
o Dispense all prescribed medication as ordered by the physician.
o Maintain an accurate Medication Administration Record.
o Maintain and count an accurate Controlled Substance Record.
o Inform Administration of any change in a resident’s condition.
o Follow up with pharmacy to ensure in proper and expedited delivery of all medication
o Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents and report changes to supervisor.
o Assist in keeping the environment safe for residents.
o Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
o Identify supplies needed to perform tasks
o Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils.
o Carry out other duties as assigned
o Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors.
o Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
Medication Assistant Qualifications
Reading, comprehension and writing ability at 12th-grade level or higher
2-3 weeks paid training is required
Holidays and Weekend shifts are required
Reliable transportation