Medication Technician

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Administer oral and topical medications safely
Verify resident identity before medication
Document medication administration accurately
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician

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/or topical medications while verifying resident identity.
  • Staff are required to participate in Quality Assurance programs and cooperate with government agency surveys.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications safely
  • verify resident identity before medication
  • document medication administration accurately
  • report medication errors immediately
  • maintain confidentiality of health information

Nice-to-have

  • friendly productive working relationships
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • assist in developing error prevention procedures

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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