Medication Tech

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center

Placerville, CA, US
Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication
Document medication errors and refusals
The role involves accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders

Job Summary

  • The role involves accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders.
  • Employees must actively participate in Quality Assurance programs and committees to improve medication process accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Staff are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding resident protected health information and report any suspected violations immediately.

Matching Summary

The role involves accurately preparing, administering, and documenting oral and topical medications for residents under physician orders.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer oral and topical medications safely
  • Verify resident identity before medication
  • Document medication errors and refusals
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
  • Participate in facility surveys and inspections

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly productive working relationships
  • Ability to assist with emergency evacuations
  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Medication Aide certification
  • State approved training program completion
  • High school education or equivalent

Work Rights

Not specified

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