Medication Specialist

Medication Specialist

NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC - 3.5

Boston, MA Job Details Full-time $47,500 - $56,718 a year 7 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off 403(b) Loan forgiveness Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Crisis intervention High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description North Suffolk is looking for a Medication Specialist to join our team! The Medication Specialist will be responsible for the health, safety and quality of life of individuals in a residential setting through advocacy, teaching and coordinating care, and managing medication documentation. This is a full-time 36 hours per week position with multiple schedules available. What you'll do: Supervise and/or participate with individuals, based on their needs in medication, observation, documentation, refilling medications. Audit the medication binder on a weekly basis and report any errors. Assist individuals with medication documentation and medical appointments. Document and maintain all individual records including making med sheets when new medications arrive. Work directly with Nurse Manager/Case Manager. Print off medication lists to send off with clients. Participate in upkeep of medication room, supplies and sharps removals. Attend trainings and receive weekly clinically supervision from the Nurse Manager. What you'll need:

Education:

High school degree or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred. CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to receive certifications required.

Experience:

One year experience working in a setting with medication observation or dispensing preferred.

Skills:

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, required. Must be capable of intervening during crisis situations.

Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits:

Paid Time Off Two weeks' Vacation per year (three weeks after 1 year of service), 12 Sick Days per year, and 11 Paid Holidays per year Health & Dental Insurance, with generous employer contribution Employer Paid Life Insurance 403 (b) Retirement Plan with employer matching Voluntary Short and Long Term Disability Insurance Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Access to Credit Union Banking Access to State Tuition Remission Program (Worksite Specific) Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Discounted Movie Tickets Comprehensive Training Program Internal Advancement Opportunities