Medication Technician

Part time position Sat and Sun.

JOB TITLE:

Medication Technician

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have legal right to work in the United States
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
• Must be willing to participate in pre-employment screening and drug screen

Essential Functions: Under the guidance of the Pharmacist, the Medication Technician shall perform all duties as assigned to include the ordering, retrieving, quality checking and administering of medications as they are prescribed. This position shall ensure the appropriate delivery of the medication as well as the proper recording of administration under Darrin’s Place guidelines. The Medication Technician shall ensure all adherence to appropriate Federal and State guidelines. Phlebotomy certification a plus.

Core Competencies:

1. Needs of Person Served: Understands Substance Use Disorders. Recognizes the complex context of substance abuse. Understands co-occurring Mental Health disorders and impact on treatment.

2. Clinical Skills Needed for Position: Has a working knowledge of the treatment of Substance Abuse across varying models, theories, philosophies, practices, and treatment outcomes as well as the effects and side-effects of pharmacological resources used to treat co-occurring disorders.

3. Person-centered Plan Development: Has a working knowledge of the principles of person-centered plan development and implements into practice with pharmacological impact utilized in tandem with other evidence based practice models.

4. Interviewing Skills: Ability to engage effectively in clinical interviewing to determine effects and side effects and their impact of prescribed medications. Motivational Interviewing techniques.

5. Evidence Based Practices: Understanding about program approved EBPs

6. Clinical Risk Factors: Able to identify risk factors for suicide, violence and other risky behaviors as well as their tie to potential medications and their side effects. Knowledgeable regarding interventions for safety when risk factors are identified.

Position Duties:

1. Provide support and duties under the guidance of the Pharmacist

2. Order, receive, and maintains inventory of supply items in Medication Room

3. Prepare and assist client in the self-administration of his/her prescribed or otherwise authorized medications

4. Record administered medication in client Medication Administration Records (MAR)

5. Contact pharmacies to request medications ordered by the provider and managed by Pharmacist

6. Retrieve medications from approved pharmacies and verify that information on the retrieved medication is complete and accurate.

7. Enter data in computer system or written record, recording all the prescriptions, purchase orders, requisitions, and disbursements of medications

8. Create requisitions for medications and supplies with professional guidance from the pharmacist

9. Any and all responsibilities as assigned by Pharmacist while also ensuring proper adherence to all Federal and State licensing laws and regulations

10. Ensure adherence to HIPPA and maintain Privacy standards

Organizational Functions:

1. Carry out other responsibilities as delegated.

2. DEPENDABILITY-Provides a reliable structure to the HR department; develops trust amongst the workforce through displaying and fostering trust and completion of requested tasks.

3. ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY-Is prompt and on time for work, assignments and meetings. Notifies supervisor prior to lateness or absence. Understands that excess absences pose a hardship on other employees.

4. JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- An in-depth knowledge of Human Resource Management and up to date industry practices and Department of Labor information.

5. COOPERATION: Employee works cooperatively with other community resources and External Stakeholders

6. QUANTITY AND QUALITY OF WORK – Cares about the quality and accuracy of work being produced. Accepts responsibility for completing job tasks. Uses time productively and efficiently. Thoughtful and compassionate demeanor. Collect, record and maintain sensitive information such as individual records, employment and medical history and reports in accordance with HIPPA guidelines.

7. ATTITUDE – Demonstrates a cooperative, positive, and enthusiastic attitude toward fellow employees, clients and visitors. Maintains a positive attitude in carrying out assignments and is helpful and courteous to fellow employees.

8. CONFIDENTIALITY-Know and follows confidentiality law and procedures at all times.

9. COMMUNICATION SKILLS-Is effective in written and oral expression. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette and is able to communicate easily with clients, referral sources, and visitors in an appropriate manner. Relates to clients and co-workers in a respectful and professional manner.

10. CONDUCT – Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the agency’s code of ethics and code of conduct. Shows professionalism in the office setting.

11. FLEXIBILITY / HANDLING EMERGENCIES – Responds appropriately to changing situations or routines. Handles crisis situations calmly and professionally.

Job Types: Part-time, PRN

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Espanola, NM 87532 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Espanola, NM 87532: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18