JOB DESCRIPTION 

Medication Technician 

Reports to: Medical Services Director 

JOB SUMMARY 

Under the direction of the Medical Services Director, the Medication Technician administers  patient medications or assists patients with self-administration of medication and coordinates  treatments to patients.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required: 

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent 
  • Current CPR Certification 
  • Valid Driver’s License 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age 

Preferred:  

  • 1 year experience working in a residential/behavioral healthcare setting. Current CNA license in the state of Utah.  

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Record patient behavior and provide a safe, supportive environment for the patients. Technicians will provide and record patient medications 
  • Supervise patients who self-administrator medication while following company and  regulatory guidelines 
  • Medication ordering and receiving, in a timely manner. 
  • Keep medication cupboard, carts, and doors locked at all times, when not in use. Regular review of the patient MARS, CSRs, Pharmacy Transaction Records, and perform  audits on a daily basis for incomplete documentation. 
  • Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued. Keep medication files and patient records current and up to date.
  • Notify Medical Services Director of any medication discrepancies. Report any significant incidents on the appropriate forms and to the Medical Services  Director 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

  • Med Tech is expected to understand and implement individual treatment plans. Strong communication skills in writing and verbally. 
  • Ability to work with patients in a respectful, compassionate manner. Ability to be highly organized and pay great attention to detail 
  • Knowledge of proper dispensing and administration of medications. Knowledge of regulations concerning the proper disposal of medications. Knowledge of regulations regarding expired medications.  
  • I have read, understood and agree to the assigned duties as allocated above. I feel that I am  competent in the job duties described above. 

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