About this opportunity
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. lists this Certified Medication Technician - Certification Required opportunity in salem, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Medication Technician – Certification Required
POSITION: Certified Medication Technician – Certification Required
SCHEDULE: Full-time/ 5pm-5:30am/ Every other weekend
FACILITY: Western Virginia Regional Jail
LOCATION: Salem, VA
PAY RATE: Starting at $23.00/hr.
Are you ready to play an essential role in patient care while helping ensure safe and accurate medication administration?
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering quality, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As a Certified Medication Technician, you'll work closely with nursing staff to support medication management and help promote positive health outcomes for patients.
Position Summary
Working under the supervision of nursing leadership, you'll assist with medication administration and support daily medical unit operations while maintaining compliance with regulatory and facility standards. Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing, administering, and documenting prescribed medications in accordance with established policies, procedures, and scope of practice
Monitoring medication inventories, maintaining medication carts, and ensuring medications and supplies are properly stocked and within expiration dates
Observing patients for medication-related concerns and promptly reporting adverse reactions or changes in condition
Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting medication audits, quality improvement activities, and regulatory compliance
Assisting nursing staff with patient care activities, patient education, first aid, and daily medical unit operations
Ensuring patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and medication administration standards
You’ll go beyond medication administration.
You’ll help ensure patients receive safe, timely, and effective care every day.
Why Work with Wexford Health?
Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
Continuing education options
Free CEUs
Pet Insurance
Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!
What You’ll Need
Certified Medication Technician (Aide) certification required
Current CPR certification
High School Diploma or GED required
One (1) year of experience in a medical environment preferred
Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.
Your attention to detail matters here. Your work helps support quality patient care every day.
Apply today and become an important part of our healthcare team.
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Worksite address
salem, VA, 24155, US
Who can apply
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