Medication Technician-2nd shift

New Vitae Wellness and Recovery

  • Quakertown, PA
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    managing all new medication orders including updating the MAR’s, contacting the pharmacy when there are any issues/changes/refills needed, contacting doctors’ offices when orders for refills are needed, ensuring residents get necessary blood work done to obtain certain medications, managing the weekly medication exchange which involves checking each resident’s roll of medications for accuracy and then putting them away in the med cart for the coming week. As a Medication Technician, or who we like to refer to as Med Tech, you have the responsibility of medication administration, First-Aid and assistance with general health issues, and implementing interventions in accordance with the residents’ support plan and physician orders.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationQuakertown, PA

    Description

    There is no more satisfying moment than watching those around you flourish from your support - which is why our Medication Technicians tout about the differences they make with every interaction.

    We all share a mission. That mission is to help individuals achieve the life and independence they desire. All within the context of their behavioral health needs. We require talented, passionate people working together to make this happen. We grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience and delivering effective treatment for those who need behavioral health supports.

    As a Medication Technician, or who we like to refer to as Med Tech, you have the responsibility of medication administration, First-Aid and assistance with general health issues, and implementing interventions in accordance with the residents’ support plan and physician orders. This position also includes involvement in staff development and performance improvement activities!

    As an organization that provides innovative and integrated behavioral health services to adults, New Vitae Wellness and Recovery strives to provide our employees with competitive pay and benefits, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities for professional growth.

    Work-life balance is important to us! 

    POSITION SUMMARY

    The Medication Technician has the responsibility of implementing interventions in accordance with the residents’ support plan and physician orders. This position also includes involvement in staff development and performance improvement activities. Services provided to the resident include medication administration, 1st Aid and assistance with general health issues.

    The basic duties will include

    • passing the morning medications each morning to the residents.
    • managing all new medication orders including updating the MAR’s,
    • contacting the pharmacy when there are any issues/changes/refills needed,
    • contacting doctors’ offices when orders for refills are needed,
    • ensuring residents get necessary blood work done to obtain certain medications,
    • managing the weekly medication exchange which involves checking each resident’s roll of medications for accuracy and then putting them away in the med cart for the coming week. 
    Other responsibilities could include assisting with coordination of doctor appointments and accompanying residents to appointments as needed and as time allows.
     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:  High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma, or active status on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

     

    Maintain a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License

    Meet company standard for criminal history background check

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