Medication Assistant

4 hours ago

Cupertino, California, United States Front Porch Full time
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, and/or Director of Health Services, the Medication Technician is responsible for performing routine patient/resident care and med pass according to policies and procedures and within acceptable nursing standards.

Essential Functions
  • Provides quality customer service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers, and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
  • Communicates with the resident's healthcare providers, supervisor, family members/significant others, and the resident regarding health conditions and both prescription and non-prescription medication needs.
  • Ensures that the available medications coincide with what the authorized prescriber (e.g. physician) has prescribed.
  • Knows the basic rules and precautions of medication assistance. Manages medications and assists the resident to self-administer medications.
  • Follows infection control techniques in performing patient/resident care.
  • Understands the guidelines for the proper storage, security, and documentation of centrally stored medications.
  • Follows the process used for medication ordering, refills, and the receipt of medications from the pharmacy.
  • Logs all medications on community-approved medication log when received.
  • Destroys medications as needed and in accordance with state and community procedures.
  • Documents all communication with prescribers, family/significant others, and the resident according to your community policy.
  • Continual observation of each resident for potential adverse reactions to medications and/or signs/symptoms indicating the need for a change to the medication regime.
  • May assist community with caregiver functions.
  • Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy.
  • Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state, and corporate policies, health codes, and guidelines in preparation and handling of medication.
  • Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
  • Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
Job Requirements and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • For unlicensed staff that assist with the self-administration of medications, a total of twenty-four (24) hours of training shall be provided within the first four weeks of employment. Sixteen (16) hours of hands-on shadowing and eight (8) hours of instruction shall be completed prior to assisting with the self-administration of medications. Four (4) hours of in-service training on medication-related issues shall be completed in each succeeding 12-month period.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Basic mathematical skills required.
  • Able to understand, follow, support, and initiate policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen, and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

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