Medication Coordinator 1 (TAP)
Job Locations
US-NY-Buffalo
Category
Residential Care Mental Health
Type
Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Shift
Evenings
Department
Residential
Corporation Name
Living Opportunities of DePaul (LOD)
Overview
The DePaul Riverside Apartment Treatment Program is now hiring a full-time Medication Coordinator on our evening shift!
Why work for DePaul?
Make a positive difference in someone's life - Supportive work environment
- We value diversity
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- Excellent benefits (see below for details)
- Pay range for this position is $21-$21.30/hour
Responsibilities
- Provides leadership for medication related systems, adherence to DePaul Policy, Training and Standards.
- Process all incoming client medications. This includes checking labels for accuracy, completing proper documentation and storing medications as per DePaul's standards and NYS Office of Mental health regulations.
- Process incoming prescriptions, medication or treatment orders and updates client charts as well as the Medication Administration Record (MAR) when new medications or change orders are prescribed.
- Inventories all medication (pill, liquid, inhaler, and creams) and required supplies (BGL test strips, alcohol swabs) weekly to identify medications that need to be ordered.
- Ensures that prescriptions are refilled as needed. Request standing order prescriptions as needed.
- Tracks and oversees the medication ordering, supply and ensure medications are on site without interruptions of medication regimen.
- Acts as a liaison with resident, doctors, pharmacies, providers and residential staff as necessary to ensure timely and accurate ordering of medications and appointment scheduling as needed.
- Oversees the supervision of all residents' medications in accordance with physician's orders, DePaul's Policy and NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
- Monitors the medication related documentation weekly for accuracy and completeness. Address areas of need with Site Supervisor.
- Reports significant issues regarding client medications to the Residential Supervisor (i.e. missed doses of medications, resident refusals, adverse reactions, etc.).
- Responsible for overseeing the monitoring and documentation of all residents involved in the self-medication process.
- Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude towards all residents, family members, staff, guests and service providers.
- Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operations of the program, and the medication room in particular.
Qualifications
Education & Experience: High School Diploma required. Advanced educational degree preferred. One-year experience working with people with mental illness preferred. Demonstrated prior medication management experience required. Excellent organizational and communication skills with experience interfacing with medical personnel and adherence to protocols.
* In addition to the above criteria this position also requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul's personnel policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
Work Environment
This full-time position is Tuesday-Saturday, 2:30pm-11pm.
Benefits
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match and Employee Discount Programs.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.