Certified Medication Technician

Your responsibilities in this role may include:

• Treat all clients and staff with dignity and respect
• Conduct routine vital signs and weight assessments on clients and document according to protocol
• Under direction of a licensed nurse, conduct initial intake interviews on new admissions, collecting information such as demographic data, reported medical and mental health information, and referring documents and/or medication
• Perform tasks delegated under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to assist with triage of client health complaints/requests
• Communicate all information obtained to licensed nursing personnel
• Maintain medical/health related forms and upload in the EHR
• Audit medical records monthly
• Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy
• Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, psychiatric appointments, required health screenings, and supplemental tests
• Assist with coordination of referrals for crisis, emergency care, or urgent care as warranted
• Administer medications following regulations outlined by the nurse practice act and organization policies and procedures, supervise the self-administered of medications where appropriate and allowed by regulation
• Ensure proper safety and security of medication handling, storage, inventory, control, and administration as well as the proper storage of medical supplies as required by regulation
• Call in medication and/ or refills as directed by physician
• Collaborate with licensed nurses for destruction of medication
• Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment
• Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed
• Assure adherence to infection control policies and practices
• Communicate to nurses any identified needs for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance
• Maintain CMT license with good standing
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification, and provide when needed
• Required to work every other weekend, both Saturday and Sunday
• May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shift during staffing shortages
• Minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th or Labor Day) and 1 major winter Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day (night shift: New Year’s Eve)
• This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather
• Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Supervisor/Manager or designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of health care practices such as monitoring vital signs, and physical health indicators
• Knowledge of safe infection control practices
• Knowledge of special population being served, including individuals on medication-assisted treatment (MAT), individuals with criminal justice involvement, women and children, homeless, HIV/AIDS, etc.
• Knowledge of basic principles, practices, and procedures involved in treatment programs
• Knowledge of correct record keeping in accordance with regulatory agencies and standards of practice
• Ability to operate electronic health record systems and accurately record data
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work with clients to gain confidence and cooperation
• Ability to successfully work with others from various cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to plan and organize work and prepare appropriate, accurate records and reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, health care providers, outside agencies, institutions and the general public
• Skilled at using computers, including familiarity and faculty with Microsoft Office programs like Word and Excel

Qualifications

Education: HS Diploma or GED and an Active CMT certification required.

Preferred Experience: Minimum of two (2) years' supervised experience in a health care setting, working as a Certified Medication Technician.