Medication Tech - FT (Monday to Friday 3pm - 11pm)

Chrysalis House•Crownsville, MD

20h•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Medication Technician has compassion and empathy for our vulnerable population and adheres to the holistic and therapeutic approach while overseeing duties related to the functioning of our medication program. The Medication Technician provides support for our clients as they look to overcome substance abuse and mental health disorders. Medication Technician’s administer prescribed medications to our residents and maintain related medical records under immediate supervisor of our Delegating Nurse. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides residents treatments, medication dispensing, and care duties as delegated by the Delegating Nurse. Administers medication using proper dosage, route, timing and techniques. Verifies the identity of resident receiving medication and verifies that medication was taken. Records the names of the drug, dosage, the time of administration, and any other relevant information. Responsible for taking vital signs and observes resident to detect specific response to medication. Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations. Responsible for entry of the medication list into the electronic health record (EHR). Documentation of notes and relevant information associated with medications in the EHR for the pharmacist. Communicating concisely and effectively with residents and other health care providers related to patient medication. Advocate on behalf of persons with behavioral health problems to protect the client’s rights and to assist in reducing associated stigma. Attend Agency staff meetings, Case Conferences and Individual and Supervision. Observe all rules of confidentiality relating to clinical information and treatment, both internally and when dealing with external agencies and/or individuals. Responsible for understanding clients rights policy and procedures. Participate in staff training and development. In order to maintain 24-hour facility supervision, may be scheduled to work holidays, and/or provide additional coverage during inclement weather, overnights, or weekends. Additional duties that may be assigned by the CEO, Chief Residential Officer, or Delegating Nurse.

Requirements

CMT Certification Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High School Diploma or GED required
Highly compassionate and attentive to details
The ability to be on call for emergencies and work on weekends and public holidays
Excellent organization and time-management skills
Ability to work well with others.
Ability to interact with various types of people.
Sound understanding of mental health and/or substance abuse problems and treatments.
Patience, tolerance, caring, mature and understanding.
Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must demonstrate understanding of special treatment needs of women with substance abuse in a residential treatment setting and show evidence of empathy, sensitivity, and maturity.
Must demonstrate highest professional ethical standards and adhere to Chrysalis House Core Values and Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

Provides residents treatments, medication dispensing, and care duties as delegated by the Delegating Nurse.
Administers medication using proper dosage, route, timing and techniques.
Verifies the identity of resident receiving medication and verifies that medication was taken.
Records the names of the drug, dosage, the time of administration, and any other relevant information.
Responsible for taking vital signs and observes resident to detect specific response to medication.
Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations.
Responsible for entry of the medication list into the electronic health record (EHR).
Documentation of notes and relevant information associated with medications in the EHR for the pharmacist.
Communicating concisely and effectively with residents and other health care providers related to patient medication.
Advocate on behalf of persons with behavioral health problems to protect the client’s rights and to assist in reducing associated stigma.
Attend Agency staff meetings, Case Conferences and Individual and Supervision.
Observe all rules of confidentiality relating to clinical information and treatment, both internally and when dealing with external agencies and/or individuals.
Responsible for understanding clients rights policy and procedures.
Participate in staff training and development.
In order to maintain 24-hour facility supervision, may be scheduled to work holidays, and/or provide additional coverage during inclement weather, overnights, or weekends.
Additional duties that may be assigned by the CEO, Chief Residential Officer, or Delegating Nurse.