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WellQuest Living · 5 months ago

Med-Tech AL - $400 Hiring Bonus

Pasadena, CA, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18.75/hr - $22.50/hr

WellQuest Living is a company focused on providing quality living and care for residents. They are seeking a Medication Technician to coordinate medication services, assist with resident care, and maintain accurate medication records. The role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals and a commitment to ensuring safe medication administration.

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Responsibilities

At the direction of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director, coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician. Prior to resident’s arrival, inform the local pharmacy of the medication needs of new residents, verify medications and proper dosages with physician. Medication is not to be dispensed until verification with physician is complete

Order additional medications as needed and directed by the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director

Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills

Report to the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director any changes in medication order for residents, residents requiring extra services on a continual basis, and any changes in resident physical or mental status

Assist the Resident Services Director in maintaining and providing accurate and inclusive records on all residents. This may include the completion of Medication Administration Record (MAR) duplicate sheets for any changes in a particular resident’s medication, performing monthly audits/checks on all residents’ charts, assisting with the processing of a new resident’s paperwork, filing and maintaining resident files in a professional manner

As requested, maintain an inventory of all department supplies. Notify the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director timely and/or place supply orders, with a supervisor’s approval, when supply levels reach a pre-designated threshold

As directed, act as the main point of contact for physicians, family members and vendors in the absence of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director

At the direction of the Health Services Director or Journey Program Director, assist with department scheduling including covering call-offs, vacations and the elimination of overtime

As required, update the Caregiver Monthly Assignment Journal, Medication Technician Med List and 24 Hour Communication Log

Assists residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care as assigned and within the scope of practice, policy and procedures and Title 22 Regulations

Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal and notify supervisor and/or Executive Director

Maintain accurate, complete and confidential resident medication and care records according to established procedure and state law

Keep medicine carts and areas orderly, clean and appropriately stocked and locked. Maintain upkeep and cleanliness of medicine carts and medication rooms

Assist medication aides and caregivers in the performance of their job and assume caregiver activities when needed

Participate in and complete narcotic count at beginning and end of each shift. Report any and all discrepancies to Health Services Director or Journey Program Director immediately

Prepare medication for distribution to residents as per the OMG Medication Policy

Carry a radio and/or pager as directed by supervisor to ensure prompt response to resident issues

Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the residence, pharmacists and physicians