Detox & Residential Med Tech

ELKB GROUP LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k)

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Training & development

Wellness resources

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Tuition assistance

Résumé du poste

A leading substance use treatment center in California seeks a dedicated Medical Tech to oversee wellness services and support clients on their recovery journey. Responsibilities include leading patient care, ensuring safety, and adhering to health standards. Candidates should have a strong background in healthcare, exceptional communication skills, and current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a detox or residential treatment facility.
• Strong knowledge of medications, their effects, and proper administration techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (KIPU EHR) and documentation practices.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsabilités

• Assist clients and promote health and wellness.
• Establish a compassionate environment.
• Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards.
• Resolve patient concerns by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment.
• Protect clients and employees by adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Document patient care services in EMR.
• Monitor clients for side effects and health status.
• Collaborate with medical staff to implement treatment plans.
• Educate clients about their medications.

Connaissances

Clinical skills

Empathic bedside manner

Infection control

Physiological knowledge

BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant

Excellent customer service skills

Strong attention to detail

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as a Medication Technician

Outils

KIPU EHR

Description du poste

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Tuition assistance

The Encino Residential & Detox Center is a leading provider of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) detox and residential treatment services in California. Our mission is to support individuals on their journey to recovery through compassionate care.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Medical Tech to join our team and lead the IMS office. This position has primary responsibility for directing the IMS department along with patient health and wellness, while providing leadership and oversight of wellness services. The position works directly with the Administrator, Program Director, Medical Director and nursing along with all team members to ensure clients are safe, well taken care of and that each Kipu chart reflects accurate documentation within the overall structure of The Encino Detox Center.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients and promotes health and wellness by leading, coaching and assisting in providing exceptional care and treatment to all clients.
• Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and recovery-centric support to clients.
• Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals along with company, DHCS and TJC standards.
• Resolves patient concerns and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects clients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; medication administration and storage procedures; and controlled substance regulations.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient EMR system timely.
• Observe the self-administration of prescribed medications and input physician orders into EMR, following and assisting in established protocols.
• Monitor clients for side effects, adverse reactions, and the overall health status of clients.
• Collaborate with medical staff, therapists, and other team members to create and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate clients about their medications, including proper usage, potential side effects, and the importance of adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification as a Medication Technician or similar is preferred.
• Proven experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a detox or residential treatment facility.
• Strong knowledge of medications, their effects, and proper administration techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (KIPU EHR) and documentation practices is essential.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Medication Technician/Lead BHT looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals struggling with substance use disorders, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

The Encino Residential & Detox Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications/Skills

• Clinical skills
• Empathic bedside manner
• Infection control
• Physiological knowledge
• BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant desired
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail