Medication Room Assistant

4 days ago


Centralia, Illinois, United States Wexford Health Sources Full time
Job Title: Medication Room Assistant

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Medication Room Assistant to join our team.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager and clinical supervision from the Director of Nursing, Medical Director and/or IDOC personnel as appropriate, the Medication Room Assistant is responsible for organizing the medication storage and distribution areas and assists in the procurement of ordered medications from an off-site pharmacy as well as assisting in the return of unused medications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the organization and maintenance of medication room records.
  • Assist with the maintenance of medication room inventory and audit procedures.
  • Maintain the security of all medications and supplies under their control or supervision.
  • Process supply requests in a prompt, cooperative and efficient manner.
  • Confirm ordered medications are received.
  • Log outgoing medications.
  • Assist with the delivery of medications as determined by site administration.
  • Fax/scan patient prescriptions to the offsite pharmacy in a timely manner per Unit policy/process.
  • Communicate with offsite Pharmacy staff as needed to confirm prescriptions/orders are received by them and legible to ensure timely delivery of all ordered medications.
  • Refer medication orders/prescriptions needing clarification to a nurse, physician or P.A.
  • Perform medication expiration checks of all medications in the Unit as per policy/procedure.
  • Report delays, discrepancies or any and all concerns immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Maintain an orderly, clean and organized medication area at all times.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all patient records.
  • Comply with applicable Administrative/Institutional Directives related to Medication storage.
  • Attend Unit Meetings as directed.
  • Gather and collate medication room data for submission at CQI meetings.
  • Participate in appropriate Quality Assurance studies and meetings as requested or directed.
  • Approach change in a positive manner.
  • Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to the appropriate Supervisor.
  • Accept constructive criticism in stressful situations.
Environmental Conditions
  • Standard medical setting within a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with offenders/patients, correctional staff, and health care personnel.
  • Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning.
  • Possible exposure to toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and medicinal preparations.
  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids.
Requirements
  • Minimal travel required.
  • No licensing required.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred experience: one (1) year correctional health care or hospital pharmacy experience.


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