Medication Coordinator - Hauppauge, United States - The Arbors Assisted Living

The Arbors Assisted Living
The Arbors Assisted Living
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Hauppauge, United States

1 week ago

Mark Lane

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Description

The Arbors Assisted Living is seeking a highly motivated, professional and compassionate individual to join our team in the capacity of Medication Coordinator. This individual must have a heart and compassion for seniors.

  • The Medication Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the day to day administrative responsibilities of the Wellness Department directly related to medication management. _

Qualifications

  • High-School diploma
  • Certification as a Medication Technician by Arcadia Management, Inc.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

Experience

  • Two years of related work experience in pharmaceutical and or the health care field
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday, inclusive of sitting, standing and bending, pushing, pulling or moving of objects and residents.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Understands and follows Medication Management procedures as implemented by the Community.
  • Orders/reorders all medication in accordance with Arcadia policies and procedures as well as the New York State Department of Health regulations.
  • Calls physicians for prescriptions and refill of medications when needed.
  • Maintains an open line of communication with the pharmacy to ensure timely response to any changes in medications, changes in diagnosis or other pertinent changes.
  • Orders OvertheCounter (OTC) supplies from pharmacy, i.e., incontinence products, wipes, sanitary napkins, etc.
  • Communicates with primary care physicians within one business day to advise of any change in medication/dosage prescribed or discontinued by another healthcare provider
  • Conducts regular audits as they relate to Pharmacy and Medication Management as directed by the Executive Director
  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment regarding matters of significance as it relates to the elements of the job description
  • Maintains confidentiality of necessary information.
  • Utilizes supplies and equipment properly and without waste.
  • Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job.
  • Adheres to

Customer Service Principles:
respect, flexibility, knowledge, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring and respectful.

  • Cooperates and communicates with all staff in the community in a polite, courteous and positive manner.
  • Follows all safety, fire and emergency procedures.
  • Reports for work dressed appropriately and neatly groomed.
  • Performs all other related duties as directed by the Executive Director

Pay:
From $58,500.00 per year


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k)
matching

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

  • Assisted living facility

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (required)
  • Night Shift (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Hauppauge, NY required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Hauppauge, NY 11788: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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