Medication Coordinator 1 (TAP)

Overview

DePaul is now hiring a full-time Medication Coordinator at our Apple Blossom Treatment Apartment Program!

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life

Supportive work environment

We value diversity

Opportunity for professional development and career advancement

Excellent benefits

• (see below for details)
• Pay range for this position is $21.75-$22.05/hour

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for medication related systems, adherence to DePaul Policy, Training and Standards.
• Process all incoming client medications.  This includes checking labels for accuracy, completing proper documentation and storing medications as per DePaul’s standards and NYS Office of Mental health regulations.
• Process incoming prescriptions, medication or treatment orders and updates client charts as well as the Medication Administration Record (MAR) when new medications or change orders are prescribed.
• Inventories all medication (pill, liquid, inhaler, and creams) and required supplies (BGL test strips, alcohol swabs) weekly to identify medications that need to be ordered.
• Ensures that prescriptions are refilled as needed.  Request standing order prescriptions as needed.
• Tracks and oversees the medication ordering, supply and ensure medications are on site without interruptions of medication regimen.
• Acts as a liaison with resident, doctors, pharmacies, providers and residential staff as necessary to ensure timely and accurate ordering of medications and appointment scheduling as needed.
• Oversees the supervision of all residents’ medications in accordance with physician’s orders, DePaul’s Policy and NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
• Monitors the medication related documentation weekly for accuracy and completeness.  Address areas of need with Site Supervisor.
• Reports significant issues regarding client medications to the Residential Supervisor (i.e. missed doses of medications, resident refusals, adverse reactions, etc.).
• Responsible for overseeing the monitoring and documentation of all residents involved in the self-medication process.
• Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude towards all residents, family members, staff, guests and service providers.
• Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operations of the program, and the medication room in particular.

Qualifications

Education & Experience: High School Diploma required.  Advanced educational degree preferred.  One-year experience working with people with mental illness preferred.  Demonstrated prior medication management experience required.  Excellent organizational and communication skills with experience interfacing with medical personnel and adherence to protocols.

• In addition to the above criteria this position also requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Work Environment

This full-time position is Tuesday-Saturday 1:00pm-9:30pm.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for the following for the following benefits:  Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.
• DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity.  All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.