Traveling Medication Administration Personnel (Amap)

ResCare Community Living; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 20,664 - 21,352; Full time

Job summary

A notable community living organization located in West Virginia is seeking Travel Approved Medication Assistive Personnel (AMAP) to provide care by administering medications to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include completing AMAP training, administering physician-ordered medications, and maintaining compliance with state regulations. The position requires a high school degree, a valid driver's license, and the ability to communicate effectively. This is a full-time entry-level role with a salary range of $15.00 - $15.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior medication administration experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications according to physician's orders.
• Complete training for AMAP certification.
• Utilize electronic medication administration record.

Skills

Medication administration

Communication skills

Physical ability to perform job tasks

Education

High school degree/GED

Job description

Overview

Join a team of passionate and caring people who make a difference in people’s lives. As a ResCare team member, you will work as a Travel Approved Medication Assistive Personnel (AMAP) to provide direct care in administering medications to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group or independent living home-like setting.

Our Company

ResCare Community Living

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete the Approved Medication Assistive Personnel (AMAP) curriculum with the required passing score (company provided training).
• Administer physician ordered medications and treatments within the scope of permissible AMAP responsibilities.
• Complete required observations with the AMAP Registered Nurse to maintain certification.
• Consult with AMAP Registered Nurse concerning PRN medications, medication stock, and all other matters requiring RN consultation as defined by the AMAP program.
• Utilize electronic medication administration record and other forms of charting.
• Travel to assigned locations to administer medications per physician’s orders. Travel to and from core office location as needed.
• Providing Medication Administration to the clients we serve, to include utilization of QuickMar
• Conducting adaptive equipment audits
• Scanning of medical appointment information to the Nursing Department and ensuring all necessary medical supplies and equipment are received.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Prior medication administration experience preferred
• High school degree/GED required
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work in group home or independent living home-like settings.
• Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
• Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time
• Must maintain state regulatory certifications, as required by state/program requirements
• Medication Administration as required by state/program requirements

About Our Line Of Business

ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in‑home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $15.00 - $15.50 / Hour

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care