Certified Medication Technician (Cmt) FT 6P-6A, No Weekends Cl-Cg-24012

As a leader in senior living care, Masonic Homes Kentucky knows its services are only as good as the people delivering them. That's why Masonic has created a work environment where employees are valued and supported both on the job and personally. Along with flexible schedules, same day pay and educational support, Masonic's perks include a reduced cost Verizon phone plan, free TARC passes, competitive benefits package, employee assistance program and uniforms. Join a team of Passionate People INSPIRING LIVES.

Masonic cares about the well-being of our employees. We provide easy access to programs and resources to help with the mental health, work, and life challenges. We believe in creating an inclusive culture supported by reducing workplace stress and fostering a healthy environment.

Job Summary:

The Certified Medication Tech, CMT, is responsible for administering medications as prescribed by the residentâ€s physician and documenting the administration, the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects of the medications while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws, regulatory and organizational standards.

Common Responsibilities:

• Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician

• Observes, records and reports to the Staff Nurse symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects

• Determines and records effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner

• Provides and promotes residentâ€s rights during the administration of medications

• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner

• Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered and at change of shift as required

• Routinely inspects, cleans and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure resident safety

• Reports any equipment or supply issues to the Staff Nurse for correction or repair

• Obtains, records and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications.

• Demonstrates awareness of proper infection control practice

• Communicates to residents, staff and others in accurate and factual manner and seeks clarification from or refers questions to Staff Nurse when indicated

• Perform other duties as assigned or as listed in the Certified Nurse Assistant job description

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education diploma - GED

• 1 or more years' experience in a long-term health care setting preferred

• Certified Nurse Aide, CNA, who has successfully completed a training program approved by the Commonwealth of Kentucky for medication administration, has an acceptable score on the written and clinical examinations and has received certification as Medication Aide

• Background Check

• Drug Screen