QMAP

Crossroads At Delta Memory; Delta (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local elderly care facility in Delta is seeking a Qualified Medication Administration Personnel who is responsible for the accurate administration of medication to residents in a fast-paced environment. The role requires understanding of medication guidelines, effective communication, and a passion for supporting elderly individuals. Candidates must hold a Colorado QMAP certification and be willing to work flexible hours. Ideal for those committed to providing exceptional service to residents in need.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Colorado QMAP in good standing.
• Passionate about working in an elderly community.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents accurately.
• Record medications on the Electronic Medication Administration Record.
• Monitor medication modifications and inventories.
• Ensure cleanliness of medication areas.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to perform arithmetic calculations

Effective communication

Time management

Independent work

Passion for working with elderly

Education

Colorado QMAP certification

Tools

Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR)

iPad

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

A Qualified Medication Administration Personnel is responsible for accurate and precise administration of medication to residents in a fast-paced environment, working closely with residents in a respectful manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks and follows guidelines for distribution of medications to designated residents in accordance with Federal, State and local guidelines
• Records scheduled and as needed (PRN) medications on the Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR)
• Annotates progress notes and monitors 72-hour medicine modifications
• Orders medications that are due for re-order
• Participates in daily medications inventories
• Responsible for re-stocking med carts and keeping an accurate count of medications
• Maintains cleanliness of all areas, products and supplies, including med carts
• Assists Personal Care Providers
• Notifies supervisory personnel of any situation pertaining to quality customer service, safety, productivity, security or any other situation that may have an adverse effect in the building, including resident rooms
• Demonstrates an understanding of medication terminology, equipment and techniques to make accurate conversions of liquid and scored medications
• Ability to use Physician’s Desk Reference (PDR) to define medicinal use and cross-referencing
• Responsible for answering emergency and routine calls via the pendant call system
• Makes beds and checks resident rooms for trash and soiled laundry
• Ability to document codes using iPad
• Basic Computer knowledge
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age, in accordance with Federal Law and Standards
• Colorado QMAP in good standing
• Passionate about working in an elderly community and exceptional customer service
• Able to perform arithmetic calculations
• Ability to work independently, effectively manage own time and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Effectively communicate with staff and elderly residents
• Ability to read, understand and follow through with verbal and written instructions
• Willingness to learn new tasks and processes
• Maintain a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the department
• Must meet a required work schedule and adhere to company attendance policies
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiries.

Physical Requirements

• Consistently required to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, grasp, twist and turn, talk, listen and hear. Required finger manipulation and repetitive motions with hands. Occasionally required to stoop.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds as needed
• Medium physical strength required to perform work