What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Part-Time Medication Technician-Northfield position at Midwest Recovery & Primer Paso?
Leave Coverage | Midwest Recovery & Primer Paso
Location
529 Woodley St. W, Northfield, MN 55057
Pay
$20.00 per hour (based on existing posting)
Job type
Temporary, part-time
Schedule
Anticipated 24–28 hours per week; weekend day shifts (3:00pm.–11:00p.m.)
Assignment
Expected dates and coverage will be gone over during interview
Position Summary
Midwest Recovery & Primer Paso is seeking a dependable Temporary Part-Time Medication Technician to support our Faribault outpatient-with-lodging substance use disorder treatment program during employee leaves of absence and other short-term staffing needs. This role combines medication-related duties, within approved training and authorization, with resident supervision, safety monitoring, and accurate documentation.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with or administer medications only when permitted by the position, appropriately trained, authorized, and directed by qualified clinical personnel; follow the applicable medication administration and delegation procedures.
- Maintain accurate medication administration records and other required electronic and paper documentation; promptly report missed doses, errors, discrepancies, refusals, and safety concerns.
- Follow medication storage, count, security, confidentiality, and reporting policies.
- Monitor residents’ safety and wellness, conduct assigned observation and safety checks, and report significant physical, behavioral, or psychological changes to nursing staff or supervisors.
- Support residents’ daily needs, including meals, daily living activities, approved groups, admissions/discharges, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Use respectful communication, verbal de-escalation, and appropriate crisis-response procedures.
- Complete client charting, incident reports, tracking sheets, and other program documentation accurately and on time.
- Coordinate with supervisors, nurses, and other staff; attend required training and perform other duties within training and role scope.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred; prior work in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, residential care, or medication support preferred.
- Ability to pass the required Minnesota DHS background study and complete applicable training and competency requirements before undertaking medication-related duties.
- Strong reliability, attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to document accurately.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record if assigned to transport clients.
- Ability to meet applicable program staff qualifications and substance-use requirements.
- Must be over 18 years old
Temporary Assignment and Benefits
This position is temporary and is intended to provide part-time staffing coverage while regular employees are on leave. The assignment may end or be extended as coverage needs change. Hours may vary and are not guaranteed. The position does not guarantee permanent employment.
Benefits: No company-sponsored benefits are offered with this temporary part-time position, including medical, dental, vision, and company-provided vacation/PTO, except where eligibility is required by applicable law or governing benefit plan terms. The employee will receive all legally required benefits and protections, including applicable Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time and Minnesota Paid Leave.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Midwest Recovery, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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