Med Tech

Position Summary: 

The Medication Technician provides safe, efficient medication administration daily. In this role, you will implement the Physicians order by adhering to the six rights of medication administration for all residential prescription or nonprescription treatments and medications. This role may also be responsible for basic wound care and 1^st aid treatments. The Medication Technician shall monitor for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions to medications, medication regimen compliance and refusal of medication. As the Medication Technician you will adhere to the residential standards and rights as outlined in DHS chapter 83 for CBRF compliance.  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Knowledge of medication actions, medication effects on body systems, and side effects. 

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and/or written instructions.  *Communication is essential. *
• Ability to administer medications to elderly, confused, and emotionally upset residents in a safe, mature, and respectable manner. 
• Ability to accurately document the administration of medications. 
• Maintains state regulatory requirements for annual training and/or continuing education. 
• Always ensure compliance with resident rights and HIPAA policies. 
• Demonstrates teamwork by communicating with other staff, actively working to resolve problems and helping other facility staff. 
• Provides patience, compassion, and empathy in all interactions with residents.  Focuses on residents’ abilities and provides social/emotional support and encourages the resident to be as independent as possible. 
• Interacts and communicates with residents and family members respectfully.   
• Utilizes standard precautions and follows infection control procedures. 
• Observes for and informs supervisor immediately of any changes in the resident’s health condition, change of behaviors, or any needs. 
• Reports immediately any unusual events such as abuse/neglect, and emergency situations. 
• Practices proper body mechanics and safe handling techniques
• Maintain accurate inventory of medications and ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal according to state and facility policies.. 
• Attends designated meetings. 
• May perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. 
• Maintains professional approach to responsibilities (uniforms, start times, absenteeism, confidentiality, communication with residents, family members, other staff members, and vendors, along with daily work tasks. 
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of The Gardens of Mount Pleasant 

 Company Incentive & Benefits: 

• Health Insurance Coverage (ICHRA)
• 401K (employer matching)
• Flexible scheduling & set schedule opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Incentive pay 
• Weekend shift differential pay
• Advancement opportunities
• Referral program
• Paid orientation & training

 Physical Demands:

• Must be able to push a 50# medication cart on a carpeted surface 
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
• Must be able to assist with the evacuation of residents in the event of an emergency

 Education, Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Experience in completion of at least a 20-resident census medication pass
• Understanding of medication administration principles including dosage, side effects, and safety precautions
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a care team
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to working with older adults
• Completion of the State of Wisconsin approved Medication Technician Program 
• Wisconsin Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant 
• ECP - Electronic Charting System Experience preferred 
• CBRF certifications in medication administration, standard precautions, fire safety, and first aid and choking