Med Technician

Daymark Recovery Services; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Spending Account

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistant Program

Referral Bonus Opportunities

Extensive Internal Training Program

Job summary

Daymark Recovery Services is looking for a support staff member in Concord, NC to provide direct and indirect care to patients. Responsibilities include administering medication under supervision, performing health screenings, and maintaining a safe patient care environment.

Ideal candidates should hold a High School Diploma and state certification as a Medication Aide/Technician, with the ability to work well under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The position offers a pay scale of $18-$19/hr and provides a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, paid time off, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and state certification as a Medication Aide/Technician (or completion of the 24 hour course provided by Daymark and evidence of skills competency).

Responsibilities

• Administer medication under supervision and monitor for errors.
• Perform health screenings and take vital signs.
• Prepare patients for appointments; maintain confidentiality.

Education

High School Diploma and state certification as a Medication Aide/Technician

Job description

Job Location

Cabarrus FBC - Concord, NC 28025

Company Mission

Our mission is to inspire and empower people to seek and maintain recovery and health. Daymark Recovery Services, Inc. is a mission driven, comprehensive community provider of culturally sensitive mental health and substance abuse services.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistant Program
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Extensive Internal Training Program

Pay Scale

$18-$19/hr.

Summary

Responsible for providing support and care to meet the physical and psychological needs of consumers through providing direct and indirect care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Medication administration under the supervision of Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, monitors medication errors, monitors pharmacy stock and medical/office supplies. Carries out medical orders under the supervision of a nurse; verifies receipt; stocks items. Keeps medical and office equipment operating by following operating instructions and established procedures; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Performs UDS, COVID testing, pregnancy testing; disposing of contaminated supplies; sanitizing medical instruments and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patients; performing health screenings, reviewing and recording medical observations and history; taking vital signs.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy patient care environment by adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns. Includes completing medical records by recording patient examination/observations, treatment, response to treatment, discharge plan and test results. Maintains patient confidence and protects medical office/unit operations by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
• Prepares patients for appt / rounds in person or via telemed with medical prescribers.
• Improves medical assisting, knowledge of MH/SA/IDD populations and services and medical job knowledge by attending training sessions; reading technical publications, attending staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• All other duties as assigned by center director or other senior management.

Qualification Requirements

• Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma and state certification as a Medication Aide/Technician (or completion of the 24 hour course provided by Daymark and evidence of skills competency as witnessed by a nurse).