Certified Medication Technician jobs in Tacoma, WA
Certified Medication Technician administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under immediate supervision. Administers medications using proper dosage, route, timing, and techniques. Being a Certified Medication Technician verifies the identity of the patient receiving medication. Records the name of the drug, the dosage, the time of administration, and any other relevant information on specified forms or records. Additionally, Certified Medication Technician takes vital signs and observes patient to detect response to medication. Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification. Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. Certified Medication Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Medication Technician
- Prestige Care, Inc
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Enumclaw, WA
FULL_TIME
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Position Details:
* Salary: 17.50 - 24.50 Hourly
Full wage range: $17.50-$24.50/hr DOE and Seniority with Prestige.:
POSITION DETAILS:
Status: Full-Time/Part-Time/On-Call
Shift: Day/Evening/NOC
Schedule: Various
Working Hours Start: Various
Working Hours End: Various
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Medication Technician provides medication services and direct resident care, assist in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents. The Medication Technician assists residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, laundry, and other daily chores.:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for the daily operation of the medication room and medication services as directed by the Health Services Director (HSD) and in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
2. Processes physician medication and treatment orders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act.
3. Administers and assists with the self-administration of routine and non-routine medications in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and the nurse practice act.
4. Completes simple treatments and monitors residents as directed by the HSD in accordance with physician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.
5. Maintains accurate records of medication and treatment services provided or omitted, including controlled substances, in each resident's clinical record.
6. Coordination with pharmacies for medication orders and refills.
7. Reports all medication errors per policy.
8. Reports and records changes in resident condition, incidents and accidents to HSD, physician and family member as indicated under the direction of the HSD. Completes all incident forms.
9. Routinely communicates with physicians, pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication and care services.
10. Provides direct resident care while promoting the resident's dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents' physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the HSD, Expressions Director, or Executive Director.
11. Assists with or provides care services as directed by the resident's cooperative service plan.
12. Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously, and in a manner that respects dignity, confidentiality standards, and promotes individual rights.
13. Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor.
14. Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at mealtime, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance.
15. Assists in lifting, moving and transporting residents using proper body mechanics or assistive devices as directed by the resident's cooperative service plan.
16. Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care services with coworkers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly.
17. Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures per policy and state regulations.
18. Properly stores medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly.
19. Removes outdated or discontinued medications to return to the pharmacy or disposal per policy.
20. Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.:
COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.:
2. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff.
3. Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records.
4. Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.:
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
One or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred or as required by state regulations. Must hold state required medication pass certification or other required certification, complete state required delegation and/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication pass competency. Must have word processing skills. Must have current CPR certification, First Aid training, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations. Must complete all state required trainings as necessary.:
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.:
EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different.
Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.:
Pay Range:
Summary of Benefits:
Full-time team members are eligible for Prestige's comprehensive benefit package including choice of medical plans, HSA/FSA accounts, dental and vision insurance, and company paid life and ADD insurance. All team members are eligible to participate in the company's retirement plans with a company match for those who meet the hours and service requirements. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program and Education Reimbursement program.::
PTO:
Full-time and Part-Time (over 20 hours/week) accrue PTO at rate of 0 .034/ hour during their first year.:
- 2 Days Ago
Medication Technician
- Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
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Puyallup, WA
FULL_TIME
- Overview Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Tech’s / QMAP's have the option to explore exciting opportunities ...
- 7 Days Ago
Medication Technician
- Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
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Puyallup, WA
FULL_TIME
- Overview Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Tech’s / QMAP's have the option to explore exciting opportunities ...
- 7 Days Ago
Medication Technician
- Brookdale Puyallup South
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Puyallup, WA
FULL_TIME
- Overview Become a member of the Puyallup South team!! We are looking for qualified Med Tech / Care Giver to assist in supporting our memory care residents. If you enjoy putting a smile on someone's fa...
- 14 Days Ago
Medication Technician
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
OTHER
- Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Park Place - Tacoma, WA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Highschool/GED Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nonprofi...
- 1 Month Ago
Medication Technician
- The Village Senior Living
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Tacoma, WA
FULL_TIME
- The Village Senior Living in Tacoma, Washington is hiring for Med Techs. Med Techs also serve as Caregivers in their role as Med Techs. Evening Shift (2:30pm-10:30pm) & NOC Shift (10:30pm-6:30am) 4 on...
- 28 Days Ago
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LPN RN
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
- Job Description Job Description Full and Part Time Opportunities $2K SIGNING BONUS FULL TIME Swing Shift $24 - $35 DOE P...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
DHMT Medical Technician
- DispatchHealth Management
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Tacoma, WA
- How You'll Make an Impact: DispatchHealth is actively hiring Medical Technicians to join our growing clinical team servi...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Caregiver
- Brookdale Allenmore AL (WA)
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Tacoma, WA
- Overview: Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Caregivers have the option to explore new career opportunities in positio...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physician Assistants
- Dispatchhealth Management
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Tacoma, WA
- How You'll Make an Impact: $15,000 sign-on bonus! We are hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with acute ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Residential Therapist
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
- Job Description Job Description $5,000 Sign on Bonus Full Time Adult Residential Treatment Facility Monday – Friday $25 ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medication Tech
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
- Job Description Job Description Full Time $1,000 Sign on Bonus $17 - $21.78 DOE Evening Shift Pierce County’s only Certi...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Behavior Therapist
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
- Job Description Job Description Full Time Adult Outpatient $25 - $33.94 Pierce County's only Certified Community Behavio...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Housing Specialist
- Comprehensive Life Resources
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Tacoma, WA
- Job Description Job Description Full Time $18.50 - $23.70 DOE Mon-Friday 8:30am to 5pm Homeless Outreach Program Pierce ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washington's Puget Sound, 32 miles (51 km) southwest of Seattle (of which it is the largest satellite city), 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the state capital, Olympia, and 58 miles (93 km) northwest of Mount Rainier National Park. The population was 198,397, according to the 2010 census. Tacoma is the second-largest city in the Puget Sound area and the third largest in the state. Tacoma also serves as the center of business activity for the South Sound re...
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Income Estimation for Certified Medication Technician jobs
$36,034 to $43,097
Tacoma, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago
were up 2.8% from a year ago
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