Medication Tech | Overnight Job at Acadia Healthcare in Sioux Falls

Overview

Join to apply for the Medication Tech | Overnight role at Acadia Healthcare. Keystone Treatment Center is a 126 bed treatment center providing services to adults on an inpatient basis. Keystone is located in Canton, SD, just a short drive from Sioux Falls, SD. You will be working with the Nursing team in providing therapeutic care to our patients.

Who We Are Established in 1973, Keystone Treatment Center has excelled in providing comprehensive individualized care for individuals who are suffering with chemical dependency, compulsive gambling and co-occurring mental health conditions. We are a nationally recognized and respected treatment center offering both inpatient and outpatient treatment in an atmosphere of trust, honesty and responsibility. Keystone offers a full continuum of recovery services including assessments, medical detoxification, rehabilitation, and continuing care. Services are grounded in the 12 Steps of Recovery and a number of evidence-based therapeutic interventions designed to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with shift differential available (nights and weekends)
• 8 paid holidays and 16 hours of personal time
• Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(K) plan
• Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling, legal, financial services and more)
• Licensure reimbursement
• Uniform and shoe stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunity with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities

Shifts and Hours

• Full-time night position available (6:30 pm to 7:00 am)
• Scheduled shifts are 12 hours, 3 days per week with shift differentials available
• All full-time Medication Tech rotate weekend shifts

Training and Orientation

Keystone Treatment Center is committed to training and safety. All new hire Medication Aides will attend a 2-day facility orientation and patient treatment program overview before spending 2 weeks in unit orientation with a preceptor. Shadow shifts can be accommodated for interested candidates.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment under the direction of the charge nurse or supervisor
• Administer prescribed medications to patients according to established protocols and physician orders
• Prepare and organize medication doses, including oral, topical, and other forms as directed
• Ensure medications are stored and handled in accordance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Document patient interactions and report changes in patient conditions or behaviors to the team; significant changes are reported to the nurse immediately
• Document timely, accurate, and appropriate information in the patient medical record
• Identify self to patients and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly
• Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and seek to understand the source of distress
• Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patients’ emotions and behavior
• Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, family members, guests, and other members of the health care team
• Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance
• Follow established policies, procedures, and standards for patient care
• Stay informed about changes in medication practices and healthcare regulations
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required
• Collaborate with other staff to treat and rehabilitate the facility population
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and resolve complaints; patient safety is a top priority

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned

Education/Experience/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a Medication Technician/Aide training program as required by the state
• Basic understanding of pharmacology and medication administration techniques
• Previous experience in a behavioral health setting preferred
• Knowledge and experience working with the population is preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Certification as a Medication Technician/Aide as required by the state
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility)
• First aid may be required based on state or facility

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