Accurate medication administration and documentation
Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a full-time Medication Technician to assist in administering medications to residents, following established nursing standards and facility policies. The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma, be a licensed Medication Aide, and have strong communication skills
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity before treatment.
The role requires maintaining confidentiality of protected health information and participating in facility surveys and quality assurance programs.
Matching Summary
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Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a full-time Medication Technician to assist in administering medications to residents, following established nursing standards and facility policies. The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma, be a licensed Medication Aide, and have strong communication skills.
Salary
Starting at $20/ hour; DOE; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Licensed Medication Aide certification
State approved training program completion
Accurate medication administration and documentation
Knowledge of medical abbreviations and symbols
Reporting medication errors and adverse reactions
Nice-to-have
Friendly productive working relationships
Participation in quality assurance programs
Ability to assist with resident self-administration
Cooperation with inter-departmental personnel
Key Requirements
High school education or equivalent
Must be a licensed Medication Aide
Successfully completed state approved training program