Certified Medication Technician: Precise Patient Care

PACS Group, Inc.; Schellsburg, Northern (Bedford County, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group, Inc. is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to administer medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to facility policies, accurate documentation, and ongoing collaboration with the nursing team.

Responsibilities include maintaining medication safety, reporting errors, and supporting quality assurance initiatives to improve patient care within the facility.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or its equivalent.
• Language Skills: read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Mathematical Skills: fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsibilities

• Follow facility policies and procedures governing medication administration to residents.
• Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document medications as ordered.
• Verify resident identity prior to administering medications.
• Report medication errors or adverse reactions to nursing leadership.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist in QA programs related to medication safety.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and other staff to ensure quality care.

Skills

Communication

Reading/Writing

Reasoning

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

PACS Group, Inc. is seeking a licensed Medication Aide to administer medications to residents under physician orders and nursing supervision. The role emphasizes adherence to facility policies, accurate documentation, and ongoing collaboration with the nursing team.

Responsibilities include maintaining medication safety, reporting errors, and supporting quality assurance initiatives to improve patient care within the facility.