Lead Medication Technician

Pay: $27.00 - $35.54/hour

Lead Medication Technician Overview

 

Medication Technician team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents. Team members also assist residents with self-administration of medication (excluding injectable medications). The Lead Med Tech is also responsible for training new Med Tech personnel, orientations and coaching sessions.

Lead Medication Technician Essential Job Functions

• Directs/assists with safe, proper administration of medication to assigned residents.
• Responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of controlled substance medications, ensures proper placement, labeling and use of medication stored by facility and medication room refrigerator.
• Monitors residents for effectiveness of drug therapy and occurrence of adverse effects.
• Responsible for responding immediately to resident’s requests.
• Assesses, addresses and reports medication errors.
• Assists residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care, individual needs and care preferences:

1. Bathing
2. Dressing
3. Eating
4. Exercise
5. Housekeeping
6. Meal Preparation
7. Assisting with Medical Supplies/Equipment (supervision only)
8. Positioning (supervision only)
9. Grooming
10. Toileting
11. Transferring (supervision only)
12. Personal Emergency Response
13. Routine Skin Care
14. Laundering of Clothing
15. - Supervision only – observe and/or direct for resident safety

• Notifies supervisor of changes in resident’s condition or needs:
• Receives report about status of residents from nurse prior to providing care.
• Follows plans of care in providing daily living and personal care services for residents.
• Informs nurse after providing personal care services and weighing residents and other services or tasks as assigned.
• Maintains facility standards for resident care by:
• Maintaining knowledge of and protecting rights of residents.
• Ensuring that all residents are treated with respect and kindness.
• Reporting to the nurse in charge about facility equipment that needs repair, unsafe condition in room or on floor, or personal needs of residents.
• Completing at least twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually to reinforce or enrich knowledge of resident needs and care.
• Showing respect for personal possessions of residents and helping maintain an orderly and pleasant environment on the floor for staff and residents.
• Assists with service in the dining room for all meals as needed.
• Maintains facility standards for service and customer service focus techniques.
• Informs nurse responsible for the care of resident and documents duties performed as necessary before leaving for break or end of shift.
• Assists with and documents medications provided as prescribed by physician and assigned by Supervisor.
• Trains new Medication Technicians according to DHS regulations/guidelines including instruction and testing.
• Maintains certification as a practicum observer.
• Ensures all MTs receive required quarterly testing.
• Acts as a liaison between clinical management and staff.
• In conjunction with the DON, participates in candidate interviews and staff coaching sessions.
• Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred in-services.
• Applies and utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
• Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.

Lead Medication Technician Educational Requirements/Qualifications

• If working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), a CNA or LNA is required.
• Minimum 18 years of age
• If in PA, possesses DHS Certified Medication Technician Trainer credential
• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Medication Technician
• Certification by an approved basic training program in home health aide services and possess written evidence of such certification is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Long term care experience preferred

Lead Medication Technician Skills/Competencies

• Strong verbal communication skills
• Able to assist with and operate a wheelchair
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Displays empathy and willingness to work as a team

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.