Certified Medication Tech

Job Details: Job Location: Polk County South County Jail - Frostproof, FL, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Job Summary:

The Certified Medication Technician (CMT) is responsible for administering prescribed medications to patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with all facility, company, and regulatory standards. The CMT ensures accurate documentation, observes patients for medication effects, and promotes a safe, therapeutic environment..

Performance Expectations: 

Administers medications accurately and safely under the direction of licensed nursing staff in accordance with physician orders, facility protocol, and state regulations.
Observes patients for medication side effects, adverse reactions, and changes in condition and reports concerns promptly to nursing staff.
Accurately documents all medication administration and patient responses in the medical record.
Assists with medication inventory, storage, monitoring of expiration dates, and controlled substance accountability as assigned.
Maintains a safe and clean medication administration environment.
Follows CFG Health, facility, custody, and regulatory policies and procedures.
Maintains patient confidentiality and protects sensitive health information at all times.
Communicates effectively with nursing staff, custody staff, providers, and patients.
Participates in shift reports, staff meetings, and required in-service training.
Responds appropriately to emergencies, including medical or behavioral incidents.
Supports infection control practices and safety standards.
Demonstrates professional conduct, reliability, and accountability.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Positions Requirements:

Education/Credentials/Experience

High School Diploma or GED required
Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification required per state regulations
Current CPR/BLS certification required
Previous healthcare or correctional experience preferred
Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screening per facility and company requirements
Must demonstrate knowledge of medication administration principles and safety practices
Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills required
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility
Frequently required to use hands for medication preparation and documentation
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Must have adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity.