Medication Technician

Comprehensive Life Resources; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

11 paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Long term Disability

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Assistance

Paid Sick leave and Vacation

Bereavement Leave

Student Loan Repayment

Continuing Education Assistance

Job summary

Comprehensive Life Resources in Tacoma, WA is seeking a qualified Medication Technician to monitor residents’ medication self-administration and support daily living activities. You will document observations in the MAR/EHR and coordinate with the medical team for timely med orders.

The position is full-time with a flexible schedule including at least one weekend day. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, 11 paid holidays, retirement plan, life insurance, and tuition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, and maintain confidentiality.
• If driving is required, a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and a working vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Park Place residents’ self-administration of medications.
• Facilitate continuity of care.
• Document all medication monitoring and self-medications in MAR/EHR, including progress notes as needed.
• Coordinate with the medical team to ensure medications are ordered and filled.
• Provide services and activities for residential clients that enhance self-care skills, independence, social skills, and self-reliance.
• Participate in meetings and activities as required.
• Support 24/7 nursing services by working a schedule as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR system

MAR documentation

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Park Place - Tacoma, WA 98405Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Highschool/GEDSalary Range: $20.52 - $28.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day/EveningJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesAdult Residential Facility

$20.52 - $28.00

Additional compensation may include shift differentials, stipends and/or longevity pay.

Full Time

Schedule Options: Flexible full-time schedule options; requires at least one working weekend day

Day Shift 7am - 330pm

Swing Shift 3pm - 1130pm

Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Medication Technician to join our team in Tacoma, WA.

We Offer - Medical, Dental, and Vision with 100% paid premiums for employees. 11 paid holidays, 403(b)-retirement plan, Life Insurance, Long term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year), Mileage reimbursement, Tuition Assistance, Paid Sick leave and Vacation, Bereavement Leave, Student Loan Repayment, and Continuing Education Assistance. All benefits contingent on working a scheduled 40hrs a week.

Scope

Provide residential medication monitoring services to mentally ill clients. Facilitate the community adjustment of clients at high risk for institutionalization. Serves as a member of the organization that welcomes, engages, and serves individuals with complex wellness needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Park Place residents’ self-administration of medications.
• Facilitate continuity of care.
• Document all medication monitoring and self-medications in EHR program or Medication Administration Record (MAR) , including progress notes as needed.
• Coordinate with the medical team to ensure medications are ordered and filled.
• Provide services and activities for residential clients that enhance self-care skills, independence, social skills, and self-reliance.
• Participate in meetings and activities as required.
• Work a schedule as needed to support 24/7 nursing services
• In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Competencies

• Complete Medication Monitor training
• Follow self-administered medication administration policy and procedure
• Understands and respects diverse backgrounds and a commitment to culturally competent practice.
• Demonstrates ethical decision-making skills and appropriate boundaries.
• Promote whole health care as a key to people’s recovery and quality of life.
• Ability to receive consultation and apply feedback, is accountable, and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Develops and maintains a self-care plan, seeks supervision when needed and recognizes signs of burnout.
• Ability to complete paperwork and documentation within required timeframes, meeting content requirements.
• Ability to apply appropriate codes to patient care services as outlined by program guidelines.
• Compliance with competencies determined by Nursing Director.
• Participate in competency trainings identified by Human Resources and assigned program.
• Assist in monitoring and documenting medical supplies, floor stock, and pharmacy communication.
• Adhere to program’s infection control policy and protocols
• Assist in all aspects of the laboratory specimen, collection and throughput.
• Adhere to the incident reporting process.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
• If role requires driving, must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and working vehicle.

Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class.