Certified Medication Technician

Wexford Health Sources; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Certified Medication Technician to support nursing staff with medication administration and daily unit operations. The role focuses on safe, accurate medication handling and strict adherence to policies and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities include documenting medications, inventory management, and monitoring for adverse reactions while supporting patient education and overall unit workflow. Shifts available day, evening, and night.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification required.
• Current CPR certification.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in a medical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications per policies.
• Monitoring inventories, maintaining medication carts, and ensuring proper stock and expirations.
• Observing patients for medication-related concerns and reporting changes.
• Maintaining accurate documentation for audits and regulatory compliance.
• Assisting nursing staff with patient care activities and daily operations.
• Ensuring patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Documentation

Education

Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification

CPR certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION: Certified Medication Technician

SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts

FACILITY: Douglas County Correctional Center

LOCATION: Omaha, NE

Are you ready to play an essential role in patient care while helping ensure safe and accurate medication administration? Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering quality, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As a Certified Medication Technician, you'll work closely with nursing staff to support medication management and help promote positive health outcomes for patients.

Position Summary Working under the supervision of nursing leadership, you'll assist with medication administration and support daily medical unit operations while maintaining compliance with regulatory and facility standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications in accordance with established policies, procedures, and scope of practice
• Monitoring medication inventories, maintaining medication carts, and ensuring medications and supplies are properly stocked and within expiration dates
• Observing patients for medication-related concerns and promptly reporting adverse reactions or changes in condition
• Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting medication audits, quality improvement activities, and regulatory compliance
• Assisting nursing staff with patient care activities, patient education, first aid, and daily medical unit operations
• Ensuring patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and medication administration standards

You'll go beyond medication administration. You'll help ensure patients receive safe, timely, and effective care every day.

What You'll Need

• Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification required
• Current CPR certification
• High School Diploma or GED required
• One (1) year of experience in a medical environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your attention to detail matters here. Your work helps support quality patient care every day.