{"ops":[{"insert":"GENERAL PURPOSE:","attributes":{"bold":true}},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\nTo provide residents with services in accordance with health care provider’s orders regarding administration or assistance with medications and treatments, as per state regulations. Provides direct care to residents following the individualized service plan."},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"RESPONSIBILITIES:","attributes":{"bold":true}},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\nAssists in maintaining the physical, social, and psychological environment that supports the best interest and welfare of the residents."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nExercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of personnel tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters. Maintains a clean, safe, environment in the community."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nAs per state regulations and completion of required training/certification, administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider. Observes resident’s response to existing treatment plan, is aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects, and observes residents for occurrence of such and notifies supervisor."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nAdheres to community infection control policies and procedures."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nMaintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedure. This includes documentation related to medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents and observations, charting any changes in resident's physical condition and or behaviors, visitors, etc."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nObserves and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nMaintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nReceives reports on all residents."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nCompletes an accurate accounting of all medications, including controlled substances as per policy."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nAssists with completion of medication cart audits per policy and direction of leadership."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nProvides direct resident care."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nPerforms other duties as assigned."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nSKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS:","attributes":{"bold":true}},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\nHigh school diploma or GED"},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nCurrent Medication Technician certification from a state-approved program"},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nCurrent CPR/First Aid certifications"},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nAt least 6 months experience in a similar role"},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\nDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing."},{"insert":"\n","attributes":{"list":"bullet"}},{"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:","attributes":{"bold":true}},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\nPhysical Demands include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, grasping, manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, vision acuity, talking, and hearing. The weight determined to be appropriate for a Certified Medication Technician to lift with or without reasonable accommodations is up to 50 lbs."},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"EXPOSURE RISK CLASSIFICATION:","attributes":{"bold":true}},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\nMay perform unplanned tasks involving exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue which may contain AIDS, HIV, and Hepatitis A, B, and C viruses. Must be willing to work in an environment with potential infectious disease. Proper training and PPE will be required."},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"insert":"\n\n"}]}