Corrections Medication Tech: Inmate Care & Safety

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Belton, TX seeks a Medication Technician to assist in the Medication Room at the Bell County Jail, distributing medications from filled prescriptions. The role requires attention to medication safety and accurate documentation in the EHR.

Responsibilities include preparing daily medication carts, verifying patient medications with the dispensing pharmacy, and maintaining inventory while communicating shortages to supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must complete assigned training within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in a correctional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Medication Administration: Safely administer medications to patients.
• Documentation: Ensure proper documentation of all medication administration, including refusals, in the EHR.
• Medication Preparation and Inventory Management: Prepare daily medication carts, blister packs, and supplies needed for each medpass.
• Medication Verification: Verify patient-provided medications upon intake by contacting the dispensing pharmacy to confirm prescription details.

Skills

Medication administration

Pharmacy inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Belton, TX seeks a Medication Technician to assist in the Medication Room at the Bell County Jail, distributing medications from filled prescriptions. The role requires attention to medication safety and accurate documentation in the EHR.

Responsibilities include preparing daily medication carts, verifying patient medications with the dispensing pharmacy, and maintaining inventory while communicating shortages to supervision.