Medication Tech

BestCare Treatment Services, Inc.; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCare Treatment Services, Inc. is seeking a Medication Technician to work with RN/LPN in managing medications for residential clients and to assist with intakes, transfers and discharges.

You will maintain EMRs, coordinate care with PCPs, and support lab work and vital signs as part of daily duties. This role requires licensing credentials (CCMA/EMT, CMT), BLS/First Aid, and a valid Oregon Driver License; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CCMA or EMT certification.
• CMT certification required at hire or within 6 months.
• Current BLS/First Aid/AED certification.
• Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card (Residential).
• Valid Oregon Driver License and insurability.
• For individuals in recovery, 2 years continuous recovery required.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential client medications as prescribed per regulations.
• Prepare dosages and administer daily meds for clients.
• Update EMR with medication changes and prescriptions.
• Ensure clients take their medications and order meds as needed.
• Complete medication pre-authorizations as required.
• Administer controlled meds under Nurse supervision as permitted.
• Track medication inventory at intake and discharge.
• Conduct routine lab orders and collect samples when needed.
• Record vital signs, weights, and glucose monitoring.
• Coordinate care with PCP and arrange follow-up appointments.
• Assist with intake, transfers and discharge processes.
• Triages medical concerns and escalate to Nurse as needed.
• Document nursing notes in EHR and maintain clean records.
• Greet clients and communicate with Kitchen staff about dietary needs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CCMA certification

EMT certification

CMT certification

BLS/First Aid/AED certification

Oregon Food Handler’s Card

Valid Oregon Driver License

Recovery from substance-use disorder: 2 years

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, the Medication Technician will work in conjunction with the RN/LPN to perform medication management for clients, perform routine medical procedures, triage, and coordination of care, and to assist with duties including intakes, transfers and discharges as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Current Cert Medical Asst (CCMA or EMT certification)
• Medication Technician certification (CMT) required at the time of hire or within six (6) months (6-hour, online training/exam)
• Current BLS/First Aid/AED certification
• Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card (in residential)
• Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire, and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy (minimum 21 years of age and with no Type A violations in the past 3 years, or three (3) or more Type B violations)
• For individuals in recovery from substance-use disorder, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two (2) years at the time of hire

PREFERRED

• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
• Some experience in a healthcare setting a plus

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Manages residential client medications as prescribed and following all regulations and best practices:
   • a) Prepares proper dosages and administers daily medications for residential clients within the scope of current licensure/certification;
   • b) Processes new medication orders;
   • c) Updates electronic medical records (EMR) timely and meticulously with any medication changes and all prescription and non-prescription medications taken;
   • d) Ensures clients take their medications;
   • e) Orders medications for clients as needed;
   • f) Completes medication pre-authorizations as needed;
   • g) Administers controlled meds and tapers under supervision of the Nurse and as permitted by current licensure/certification
2. Manages medication inventory form – at both intake and discharge;
3. Tracks inventory of medications – checking for low supply, expiration dates, etc.
4. Orders and tracks all weekly routine lab orders;
5. Conducts residential labs – blood draws, urinalysis, etc.;
6. Inventories all supplies and places orders as needed;
7. Takes and records vital signs/daily weights/blood glucose monitoring/insulin/injections; 8. Updates the Kitchen staff on client count/dietary needs for meals;
8. Coordinates care with PCP office including:
   • a) Notification letter;
   • b) Sets up follow-up PCP appointment for after graduation;
   • c) Assists with ride/transportation coordination for medical visits;
9. Triages medical concerns and passes on to Nurse as indicated;
10. Records client file/nursing notes as appropriate in EHR system in accordance with acceptable standards;
11. Cleans nursing station – sweep, mop, wipe down counters, empty trash, etc.;
12. Contacts on-call providers as needed for medical concerns;
13. Gathers health information to complete intake forms with new residential clients including nutritional screenings, health history and standing orders;
14. Reviews medications with client at discharge and ensures client has adequate supply and understanding of meds;
15. Phlebotomy for routine and stat lab orders if certified; 17. Answer phones, review emails and responds as appropriate;
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.