Medication Coordinator, Residential Rehab Program

Sheppard Pratt; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Medication Coordinator for the Residential Rehab Program in Gaithersburg, MD. This full-time, on-site role pays $20.95 per hour and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, 10am–6pm, with in-person location.

The position requires knowledge of medications, especially psychotropic drugs, and the ability to educate clients. You will develop medication plans, support transportation to medical appointments, and coordinate with supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of medications, especially psychotropic drugs.
• Valid driver’s license with 3 points or less; active auto insurance.
• Ability to educate clients about medications and health services.

Responsibilities

• Attend clients’ medical appointments and assist with transportation as needed.
• Develop medication plans for all clients receiving services.
• Provide education and linkage to clients regarding medication and health services.
• Counsel clients on potential side effects of medications.

Skills

Medication knowledge

Client transportation

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Medication Coordinator, Residential Rehab Program

Locations

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Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $20.95 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MEDIC012745

Description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm | Job Location Type: In Person

What to expect.

This is a direct service position requiring general knowledge of serious mental illness and specific skill in rehabilitation with persons with disabilities. The position requires knowledge of medication management. This is an hourly position. The Medication Coordinators are supervised by the Program Supervisors, with clinical supervision provided by a manager.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Providing transportation to and attending clients’ medical appointments, as necessary. You will ensure client understanding and proper follow-up of prescribed medications.
• Developing medication plans for all clients receiving services.
• Providing education and linkage to clients regarding medication and health services.
• Counseling clients on the potential side effects of medication.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This position has a flat pay rate of $20.95/hr.

What we need from you.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A valid full driver’s license with 3-points or less.
• Positively referenced relevant work.
• Possession or use of a four-passenger car to be used to transport clients.
• Must be covered under an active auto insurance policy and a valid copy of auto insurance is required prior to hire.
• Knowledge of medications (all medications but specifically psychotropic), side effects, and therapeutic effects, and the ability to effectively communicate this knowledge.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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