Meds Manager

Description

Meds Manager

Job Description:

• The Medication Manager is responsible for the security of all medications and supervision of the clients at the residential facility. 
• Medication management includes monitoring, reconciling medications, and ensuring clients get the desired outcomes. 
• It requires a thorough review of prescribed drugs and their possible side effects to create treatment plans and monitor their safety and efficacy.

Essential Job Functions:

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Enters client information into computer, count meds and enter into MM, enters data for time accuracy for all medical appointments outside the facility.
• Compiles data for occupancy and census records in the Medication’s Department.
• Verifies the clients medications prior to dispensation with the clients and the proper dosages and the proper medication.
• Manages and is responsible for the refill of medications, and changes directions as per Doctor’s orders. 
• Picks up medications from pharmacies.
• Monitors and supervises the dispensation, storage, and destruction of medications; maintains records and logs of medications as per State Regulations, Company Policies and Doctor orders.
• Understands and enforces Company Policies and Procedures and State Regulations.
• Understands all emergency protocols, responds to emergencies.
• Maintains Med Room in compliance with Infection Control and Standard Precautions Policies with emphasis on proper Biohazard Waste/Sharps Management and Disposal.
• Immediately reports client changes in condition to care managers and addiction counselors.
• Other duties may be assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Responsibilities may include making sure meds employees are safely doing their job, observing, storing, and keeping track of medications.
• Observe work environment for potential injury hazards and take appropriate preventative safety precautions.
• Able to read and write reports, business correspondence, memos and staff performance evaluations.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Communication Skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Interact well with our clients and all staff.
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out written or oral instructions.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.