Assisted Living Certified Medication Technician

East Carolina Rehab and Wellness (a skilled nursing facility - we are a combination facility that also has a 20 bed assisted living unit) is looking to hire for the following position:

Assisted Living Certified Medication Technician - you must have a valid Medication Technician Certificate in the state of North Carolina.

1st Shift: 700am - 300pm

2nd Shift: 300pm - 1100pm

3rd Shift: 1100pm - 700am

We are located at 2575 West 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834

For more information you can call Angela Hardy, number removed)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must be dependable, team player, motivated

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Preparing and administering prescribed medications to patients in compliance with all Facility policies and procedures.

Adhering to all Facility policies and procedures a regarding the administration and documentation of narcotic medications.

Performing medication administration responsibilities while adhering to all safety principles.

Documenting administration of medication on the Medication Administration Record (MAR).

Documenting medications not administered on the MAR, and the reason for not being administered.

Assist residents with ADL activities as needed

Adhering to proper infection control techniques during the medication administration process, including the incorporation of universal precautions when indicated.

Recognizing and adhering to the six (6) rights of medication administration.

Participating in data collection, medication audits, and other performance improvement activities related to medication administration.

Reporting any adverse patient medication reactions immediately to a supervisor.

Reordering and replacing medications and medication administration supplies, as needed, to perform routine job responsibilities.

Ensuring the confidentiality and rights of patients, the confidentiality of the health systems and department documents, and adhering to HIPAA Regulations.

Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations.

Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations.

Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.

Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous basis

Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance