A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
IMS Correctional Healthcare, LLC ("IMS") is a correctional healthcare services company focused on providing medical care services to county and municipal correctional facilities in North Carolina. IMS serves county correctional facilities that typically range from 100 - 1,000 bed capacity and differentiates itself based on its level of customer service, quality care, clinical outcomes and overall operational transparency to the customers it serves.
Objectives & Responsibilities:
IMS is seeking a Medical Technician• to join its healthcare team at the Lenoir County, NC Jail, located at 130 S Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501, and assist the supervising physician in providing care to inmates. The Medical Technician will be responsible for the following: Promote a therapeutic environment to ensure inmates are treated in a professional, ethical and tactful manner. Conduct, attitude, and demeanor are to always be professional and demonstrate compassion and concern for every inmate. Additionally, all communications with correctional staff are to be professional. Prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients under the supervision of the RN. Reconcile daily drugs received from pharmacy against order forms, and ensure organization in the appropriate storage area. Document administration of medication on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and file as applicable. Ensure the pharmacy is notified of any inmate transfers or releases. • Adhere to all applicable rules and regulations regarding the administration and documentation of narcotic medications. Follow and uphold proper protocols, procedures, and security measures laid forth by correctional staff at all times in the workplace. This includes meeting cleanliness standards for the unit. Other related duties as recommended by the supervising RN or supervising physician.
Education & Certifications:
High school graduate or equivalent Completion of an accredited Certified Medication Aide Course or training course for nursing assistants
Experience :
Prior emergency or correctional/detention facility experience preferred but not required
Compensation:
$18 - $19/hour Hourly wage rate to be commensurate with experience Health and retirement benefits provided •IMS will also consider Certified Nursing Assistants and Certified Medical Assistants for this role. CNAs or CMAs applying will be trained in order to receive Certified Medical Technician status. IMS Correctional Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic or condition protected by federal, state, and/or local law. IMS Correctional Healthcare, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about E-Verify by visiting www.e-verify.gov. #IND1
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to
