Medication Technician

Medication Technician - Hickory Treatment Centers

Department: Nursing
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift Schedule: 2nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:00pm; 3:00pm - 11:00pm. Every other weekend.

The Medication Technician (Med Tech) plays an important role in supporting the health, safety, and treatment of adult clients receiving care for substance use and behavioral health concerns.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and licensed nursing staff, the Med Tech is responsible for supporting the safe administration, management, documentation, and education of client medications. This role also assists with monitoring client health, collecting specimens, maintaining medication supplies, and ensuring compliance with facility, state, and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to providing safe, respectful, and client-centered care.

Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for individuals facing acute challenges or managing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Our focus is on:

• Delivering personalized, high-quality care that promotes healing and improves well-being
• Ensuring every individual has access to the support and treatment they need
• Creating a compassionate, structured environment where clients can focus on recovery

Hickory Recovery provides high-quality, acute care to adults experiencing mental health concerns and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Our goal is to deliver expert, compassionate treatment and support positive outcomes for every individual we serve.

• Successful completion of a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) program through an accredited nursing school
• At least two years of previous Medication Aide experience preferred
• Previous hospital, behavioral health, or substance use treatment experience preferred
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Professional demeanor, appearance, and attitude
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and client service
• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment practices and client-centered care
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

• Set up and administer medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• Document medication administration accurately and promptly in the client’s medical record
• Apply topical medications and administer metered-dose inhalers as directed
• Administer enemas under the direction of a licensed nurse
• Provide medication-related education and support to clients within the scope of the role
• Monitor clients for concerns related to medication administration and promptly report findings to licensed nursing staff

• Obtain and document client vital signs, including oxygen saturation
• Perform blood glucose testing and report results to the licensed nurse
• Assist with minor treatments after assessment and direction from a licensed nurse
• Observe and communicate changes in client condition to appropriate nursing staff

• Collect urine drug screen (UDS) and fecal specimens in accordance with facility procedures
• Complete required testing and accurately document results
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all applicable safety and infection-control procedures

• Clean and maintain medication carts in accordance with facility policies
• Ensure medication carts are organized and free of loose, expired, or improperly stored medications
• Verify that medications are clearly labeled and stored appropriately
• Identify medications requiring replenishment and tag them for reorder as needed
• Report medication inventory concerns to the appropriate licensed nursing staff

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medication and client-care documentation
• Follow all facility policies, medication administration procedures, and safety protocols
• Maintain compliance with Hickory standards, state regulations, and Joint Commission requirements
• Participate in required training, professional development, and continuing education
• Maintain professional, respectful, and therapeutic interactions with clients and team members
• Collaborate effectively with nursing staff and the interdisciplinary treatment team

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