What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMT - Certified Medication Tech position at Carthage Health And Rehabilitation Center?
Join our family as a CMT – Certified Medication Tech! Caring for others is hard work - Be part of a team that has the sole purpose of making our resident’s feel loved and cared for as well as giving you the opportunity to grow into a career that has daily meaning as well as career, personal and financial growth.
Medication Tech is NOT the same as a Medical Assistant
What we’re looking for and what you’ll do – Our Medication Techs are extremely detail-oriented and possess in-depth knowledge of patient care procedures. Providing excellent patient care is a vital part of this job, which is why excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed as well as the following :
Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients.
Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care and medications.
Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
Record medication dosages and times.
Observe patients and document changes in their condition.
Respond to patient emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify patient needs.
Qualifications / Requirements :
Must be, as a minimum, a Certified Medication Tech (CMT)
Must have been a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) for a minimum of six months
Must possess a valid and current certificate in Medication Administration for the State in which you work
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care
Must be a minimum of twenty (20) years of age
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English
Must have patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled
Benefits for our full time employees :
Competitive rates
Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance (low premium and low deductibles!)
Dental Insurance
401k / matched
Paid Holidays
Very attractive employee referral bonus plan
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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