Position Summary:

The Certified Medication Technician (C.M.T)) is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional, performs personal care services with medication administration for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort and accurately report client responses to treatments under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Duties/ Responsibilities

1. Performs simple procedures such as an extension of nursing care under the direction and supervision of the nurse.

• Range of motion exercises
• Assistance in ambulation or exercises

1. Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:

• Bathing
• Shampooing
• Skin care / nail care
• Oral hygiene
• Shaving
• Dressing

1. Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:

• Meal preparation / feeding
• Laundry
• Light housekeeping

1. Performs administration of medications as prescribed by a physician under the supervision of an R.N. and documents in the MAR.
2. Reports any observed or changes in the client’s condition and / or needs to the Registered Nurse. Following reporting guidelines in the Care of Plan
3. Documents care provided to client and completed the forms required for the client’s records. Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Submits documentation per agency requirements- at least weekly.
4. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following Agency guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Supervisor/ Case Manager.
5. Exhibits safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation about tits operation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
6. Communicates effectively by way of observing, recording, reporting and interpersonal relations with all members of the inter disciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
7. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
8. Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs to agency supervisor.
9. Participates in monthly service- training to stay abreast & knowledgeable of updates/ changes in the healthcare arena, while maintaining compliance with DHMH requirements and performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Successful completion of a formal certification training program and / or written skills test and competency evaluation
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current unrestricted MD Certified Medication Technician License
• Verify their capability to read, write and follow a written plan of care.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Criminal Background check
• Current Driver’s License or ID Card

Preferred Skills

• Current CPR / 1^st Aide Certification
• Two years’ experience in a supervised setting, preferably health care facility