Medication Tech

BestCare; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCare in Oregon is seeking a diligent Medication Technician to work alongside the RN/LPN in medication management, routine procedures, triage, and coordinating care for residential clients.

You will support intakes, transfers, and discharges, maintain EMR accuracy, and ensure patients receive their medications on time, while complying with licensure and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current CCMA or EMT certification.
• CMT certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Current BLS/First Aid/AED certification.
• Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card (in residential).
• Must have a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one, and be insurable.
• Individuals in recovery must have maintained recovery for the past 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential client medications as prescribed and ensure proper dosages.
• Update EMR timely with medication changes and notes.
• Coordinate care with PCP and arrange follow-up appointments.
• Take vital signs and monitor patients’ health for changes.
• Triaged medical concerns and escalated to Nurse as needed.
• Gathers health information for intake and discharge processes.
• Maintain medication inventory and assist with orders and pre-authorizations.
• Perform phlebotomy if certified and support related duties.

Skills

Medication administration

EMR documentation

Vital signs

Care coordination

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR system

Lab equipment

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.