Medication Admin Tech (PRN)

Pyramid Healthcare

Bowie (MD)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 26,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift different.k

Flexible PRN scheduling

Career advancement and professional开发

First Stop Health virtual healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan with company

UKG Wallet access

Employee discounts

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a skilled Medication Administration Technician to support the medical and clinical teams in a PRN capacity at the Bowie, MD facility. You will help with medication-related paperwork, verify medications at intake, and ensure timely distribution in a safe, compliant setting.

This role requires strong attention to detail and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and staff. PRN shifts include weeknights and weekend overnights, offering flexible scheduling and

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two to five years of experience in medical/healthcare preferred.
CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.
Experience using an electronic medical record preferred.
Knowledge of medication-administration procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete medication-related paperwork for new admissions.
Verify new clients’ medications during the intake process.
Assist the medical department with required documentation.
Work closely with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff to ensure client needs are met.
Assist with and oversee medication administration in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
Monitor client medications and distribute them on time.
Serve as a practicum observer for recently trained staff completing medication-administration training.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and communication logs.
Complete new-admission paperwork as needed.
Communicate effectively with staff through verbal and written communication.
Attend meetings and required training sessions.
Listen to clients and provide appropriate support regarding their treatment needs.
Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide input to the treatment team.
Maintain a safe, orderly, confidential, and therapeutic environment.
Provide crisis intervention and respond appropriately to client emergencies.
Transport clients when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Job Title: Medication Administration Technician (PRN)

Location: Prince George County Facility, 3000 Lottsford Vista Road, Bowie, MD

Hourly Rate: $16.00–$19.00 per hour

Schedule: PRN, weeknight and weekend overnight shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Job Summary

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centered behavioral healthcare. The Medication Administration Technician supports the medical and clinical teams by assisting with medication-related responsibilities, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring clients’ health and safety in a therapeutic environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay with applicable shift differentials
Flexible PRN scheduling
Career advancement and professional development opportunities
First Stop Health virtual healthcare services
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan with company match
UKG Wallet access
Employee discounts
Bonus opportunities, based on role and program needs

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Complete medication-related paperwork for new admissions.
Verify new clients’ medications during the intake process.
Assist the medical department with required documentation.
Work closely with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff to ensure client needs are met.
Assist with and oversee medication administration in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
Monitor client medications and distribute them on time.
Serve as a practicum observer for recently trained staff completing medication-administration training.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and communication logs.
Complete new-admission paperwork as needed.
Communicate effectively with staff through verbal and written communication.
Attend meetings and required training sessions.
Listen to clients and provide appropriate support regarding their treatment needs.
Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide input to the treatment team.
Maintain a safe, orderly, confidential, and therapeutic environment.
Provide crisis intervention and respond appropriately to client emergencies.
Transport clients when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Competencies

Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff.
Maintain a safe and therapeutic medication department while minimizing errors.
Demonstrate knowledge of medication-administration procedures.
Possess knowledge of substance-use-disorder and mental-health treatment.
Maintain working knowledge of HIPAA, licensing requirements, and CARF standards.
Support the organization’s clinical programs and treatment objectives.
Complete all required and mandatory training hours.
Maintain professional and confidential relationships with clients.
Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two to five years of experience in the medical or healthcare field preferred.
Knowledge of medication-administration procedures preferred.
Experience using an electronic medical record preferred.
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.

Employment Information

Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our commitment to client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting-body regulations.

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

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