Smith County Jail -Certified Medication Aide

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant is responsible for rendering care in terms of individualized client needs, with established standards, under the direction/delegation of the physician.

The primary responsibility of the position is to administer medications and provide appropriate documentation.

Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks:  

•               Administers and accurately records the administration of medications as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and  procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.

·         Collects and documents the patient's current health status and medical history.

·         Completes and/or reviews Admission Data Record as defined by policy.

·         Completes accurate and ongoing screening of patient's status and responds appropriately.

·         Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the  facility, policies and procedures and applicable state/federal regulations.

•                Obtains, records, and reports vital signs.

·         Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care. utilizing established   procedures, policies, and standards.

•                Assists other Team Members in the performance of their assignments as directed.
•                Other duties within scope of practice as assigned.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

•                 Ability to operate standard office equipment and medical equipment such as I.V. pumps, portable oxygen, fluids, etc.
•                  Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.

Qualifications

 

Required Education / Experience:

•        High school graduation or equivalent.
•          Medical office experience.

• Previous experience as a Medication Aide or administration of medications preferred.

Required Licenses/ Certification:

•              Must be able to obtain and maintain BLS certification.

Working Environment:

This position is in a jail/correctional facility that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Rotating shifts, including holidays, may be required.

Organization
: 001-University of Texas Health Science Center-Tyler
Job Posting
: May 3, 2024, 10:13:25 AM