Medication Technician

Valley View Post Acute

Administer oral and topical medications
Verify resident identity before treatment
Document medication errors and refusals
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in administering medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician under the direction of nursing supervisors.
  • Employees must accurately prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications while verifying resident identity and observing ingestion or application.
  • Staff are required to report any medication errors, reactions, or grievances immediately to the Director of Nursing Services and participate in facility surveys.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer oral and topical medications
  • verify resident identity before treatment
  • document medication errors and refusals
  • measure and record resident vital signs
  • follow strict facility safety protocols

Nice-to-have

  • maintain friendly working relationships
  • participate in quality assurance programs
  • cooperate with inter-departmental personnel

Key Requirements

  • Must be a licensed Medication Aide
  • High school education or equivalent
  • State approved training program completion
  • Successful completion of necessary examinations

Work Rights

Not specified

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