Medication Technician – FT Days Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Medication Technician – FT Days Advanced Recovery Systems – 3.0 Lake Worth, FL Job Details Full-time $18.50 – $20.50 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications CPR Certification Vital signs Certified Behavioral Health Technician Certified Medication Technician High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Patient care Human resources 1 year Associate’s degree CNA Entry level Patient observation

Full Job Description Overview:

(Behavioral Health Medication Technician) Seeking a Medication Technician to join our facility in Lake Worth, FL!

Starting Salary:

$18.50 -20.50/hr Depending on Experience |

Shift Differential:

$2 Nights Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company committed to transforming lives through comprehensive treatment. With our advanced approach to patient care, we are seeking exceptional individuals like you to join our team. We have facilities in various regions, and since our inception, we have been unwavering in our mission to support individuals on their path to recovery. To learn more about our mission and commitment, visit our website at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com. Recovery Village Palm Beach (RVPB). In partnership with Baptist Health South Florida, The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health is an accredited inpatient rehab facility that provides physician-led, compassionate care for adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Together with The Recovery Village Miami at Baptist Health, we provide a full continuum of care for every step in the recovery process.

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//www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/centers/recovery-village-palm-beach/ We value our employees and recognize the critical role they play in saving lives. When you join our team, you can expect:

Competitive Starting Pay:

$18.50-20.50/hr Depending on

Experience Night Shift Differential:

$2/hr

Paid Time Off:

Up to 3 weeks/year | Accrual begins on Day 1 of employment

Retirement:

401K + match

Insurance:

Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Teladoc access and visits at NO cost to the employee

Matching HSA:

Up to $1500/year company contribution Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program And much more!

Responsibilities:

The Behavioral Health Medication Technician is responsible for reading and understanding a medication order while monitoring the client’s self-administration of medication. The Behavioral Health Medication Technician should also be able to retrieve, store and dispose of medication properly. This role will also provide observation of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated and contributes to the welfare of the organization and assists patients in a variety of patient activities. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment. This position works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following core job duties and other related tasks: Obtains and records patient vital signs. Observe and record patient self-administration of medication. Maintains a filing system for various company functions. Assists with projects from other departments as necessary. Address problem behavior as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques. Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner. Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate. Adhere to time schedules Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible. Keep clinical records secure at all times. Encourage patient to maintain Recovery post-discharge Understand and apply the program’s clinical philosophy Communicate all urgent matters with immediate supervisor. Maintain good communication, both written and verbal. Assist nurses during intake as well as taking vital signs and weights. Notify nurse of any abnormalities May provide for additional holistic activities as per employee’s certification (i.e. Yoga, Massage Therapy, Meditation, etc.). May provide for transportation of patients. During State of Emergency, ensures appropriate Behavioral Health Technician staffing levels are maintained at all times and may be required to remain onsite throughout the State of Emergency period. Other duties as assigned.

Schedule :

12-hour shifts | Accepting applications for all shifts/hours.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Minimum 2 years patient care experience OR; 1 year patient care experience + Associate’s degree required. Medication Technician Certification Course (annually) required. Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards required. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with adult patients (18+) preferred. CPR and Standard First Aid certification or in process of obtaining preferred. CNA, MA, Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) or in process of obtaining preferred. Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO.

Other Titiles:

Medication Technician, Certified Medication Technician We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.