Certified Medication Technician

Alliance With Clients Corporation; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

401k Retirement/ Savings Plan

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

Alliance With Clients Corporation is seeking a part-time Certified Medication Technician (CMT) in Cambridge, MD. The role involves assisting clients with personal care and administering medications under RN supervision, while documenting in MAR and reporting changes to the nursing team.

The position requires completion of a formal certification program (or competency evaluation), being 18+, and possessing a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Must complete formal certification training or pass competency evaluation.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write and follow a written plan of care.
• Background check required.
• Current driver’s license or ID.
• Flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and basic nursing tasks under RN supervision.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document in MAR.
• Report changes in client condition to RN.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices.
• Complete records and required documentation weekly.
• Assist with meals, grooming, and mobility as needed.

Skills

Personal care

Medication administration

Documentation

Infection control

Interdisciplinary communication

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification training program

Job description

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Part Time Cambridge, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1040

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Position Summary:

The Certified Medication Technician (C.M.T.) is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional, performs personal care services with medication administration for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort, and accurately reports client responses to treatments under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Performs simple procedures such as an extension of nursing care under the direction and supervision of the nurse.
• Range of motion exercises
• Assistance in ambulation or exercises
• Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:
• Bathing
• Shampooing
• Oral hygiene
• Shaving
• Dressing
• Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:
• Meal preparation/feeding
• Performs administration of medications as prescribed by a physician under the supervision of an R.N. and documents in the MAR.
• Reports any observed changes in the client’s condition and/or needs to the Registered Nurse. Following reporting guidelines in the Care Plan
• Documents care provided to the client and completed the forms required for the client’s records. Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Submits documentation per agency requirements- at least weekly.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following Agency guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Supervisor/ Case Manager.
• Exhibits safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation about tits operation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
• Communicates effectively by way of observing, recording, reporting, and maintaining interpersonal relations with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs for the agency supervisor.
• Participates in monthly service-training to stay abreast & knowledgeable of updates/ changes in the healthcare arena, while maintaining compliance with DHMH requirements, and performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Successful completion of a formal certification training program and/or written skills test and competency evaluation
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Verify their capability to read, write, and follow a written plan of care.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Criminal Background Check
• Current Driver’s License or ID Card
• Employee Discounts
• 401k Retirement/ Savings Plan
• Flexible Schedules

Preferred Skills

• Two years’ experience in a supervised setting, preferably health care facility