The Medication Technician (MT) is responsible for administering medications, reordering medications, and maintaining cart cleanliness and organization. The Medication Technician is also responsible for assisting the RCAs with resident care per care plan guidelines. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Care.
1. Medication management i.e. administration, reordering, disposing of medications
2. Monitoring and communicating any health concerns to the DOCC as appropriate
3. Communicates with family with any changes in resident care or concerns
4. Collaborates with physicians, agencies, and other institutions to improve quality of services for the residents
5. Provides supervision to resident care aides
6. Delivers resident care following the plan of care
7. Maintains a clean, clutter free, and safe environment in the resident rooms, work units, and all other areas of the facility
8. Builds and maintains relationships with residents, families, co-workers, and other visitors
9. Reports any unusual occurrence, observation, or change in a patient’s conditions to the DOCC or ADOCC
10. Understands and practices HIPA: providing privacy, confidentiality of residents, and their information
11. Knowledge of emergency preparedness plans
12. Understands standard of care and infection control practices
13. Maintains a record of good attendance
14. Maintains a neat, clean, and professional appearance in accordance with the Handbook
15. Resolves problems through appropriate chain of command
16. Uses proper body mechanics in handling and transferring residents
17. Upholds the mission statement, values, and goals of Christian Care
18. Attends or completes in service classes or programs when posted
19. Promotes a team centered environment and good customer service
20. Other duties as assigned
Christian Care of Muskegon is a dedicated non-profit organization that has been serving the elderly community for over a century. We pride ourselves on providing individualized care in a warm, home-like environment, guided by our Christian values of compassion, skill, and knowledge.
