Medication Aide/Med Tech

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Medication Aide-Certified (MA-C) to dispense routine medications under nurse supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy with the five rights of med administration, documentation, and resident monitoring.

Responsibilities include noting adverse reactions, recording vital information, and responding to call bells while maintaining resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• MA-C certification is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills for charting and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Performs the five rights of medication administration and records doses.
• Notifies licensed staff of pain and adverse reactions.
• Records medications in the chart and computer system as required.
• Responds to resident call lights, and makes rounds as assigned.
• Observes for changes in condition and reports to nursing staff.
• Maintains resident safety and adheres to regulations and policies.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer knowledge

Education

MA-C Certification

Job description

Medication Aide-Certified

Job responsibilities

The role of the Medication Aide-Certified, (MA-C) under the direction of the Licensed Nurse, is providing routine daily medication, either prescription or non‑prescription, to residents whose condition and drug regimen are stable. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, may perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well‑being of the residents.

Essential Functions

1. Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with (insert facility name) Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
2. Respects residents rights
3. Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
4. Must demonstrate knowledge of "five rights" of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents' based upon their specific chart.
5. Observes that medication is ingested, does not leave medication at the bedside
6. Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
7. May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
8. Records the administration of medications appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
9. Answers resident call lights, anticipates resident's needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift.
10. Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift.
11. Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
12. Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
13. Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.

Job Requirements

• Certified Medication Aide (MA-C) Requirements:
• MA-C Certification
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.

an Equal Opportunity Employer