IDD Medication Technician - Compassionate Care & Safety

RHA Health Services, LLC; Sparta Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an enthusiastic IDD Certified Medication Technician to administer medications to supported individuals. You will ensure accurate dosing, safety, and adherence to protocols in day programs and group homes.

This position requires collaboration with nurses and other professionals, maintaining MAR records, and participating in quality improvement to enhance medication safety and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Capable of successfully performing physical behavior interventions.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to individuals according to prescribed dosage, route, and frequency; following established protocols and guidelines to ensure safe and effective delivery of medications.
• Monitor individuals for adverse reactions or side effects to medications.
• Report changes in patient’s condition to appropriate medical personnel.
• Maintain detailed records of medication administration, including dosage, time, route, and observations in MARs.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate individual care.
• Assist with medication reconciliation, inventory management, and medication storage per regulatory standards.
• Adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures related to medication administration and safety.
• Maintain competency through ongoing training and certification renewal.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing medication safety and outcomes.
• Review all medication expiration dates to ensure they are not expired.
• Email pharmacy directly if any medication is missing or needed by referencing the MAR.
• Schedule and coordinate doctor appointments and communicate to appropriate personnel.
• Track all health care appointments.
• Maintain filing of doctors’ orders and distribute copies to group homes.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking an enthusiastic IDD Certified Medication Technician to administer medications to supported individuals. You will ensure accurate dosing, safety, and adherence to protocols in day programs and group homes.

This position requires collaboration with nurses and other professionals, maintaining MAR records, and participating in quality improvement to enhance medication safety and patient outcomes.