Medication Specialist at NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Aug, 26

Salary

56718.0

Posted On

24 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medication Observation, Medication Documentation, Patient Advocacy, Care Coordination, Crisis Intervention, Auditing, Record Maintenance, CPR, First Aid

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

North Suffolk is looking for a Medication Specialist to join our team! The Medication Specialist will be responsible for the health, safety and quality of life of individuals in a residential setting through advocacy, teaching and coordinating care, and managing medication documentation. This is a full-time 36 hours per week position with multiple schedules available. What you’ll do: * Supervise and/or participate with individuals, based on their needs in medication, observation, documentation, refilling medications. * Audit the medication binder on a weekly basis and report any errors. * Assist individuals with medication documentation and medical appointments. * Document and maintain all individual records including making med sheets when new medications arrive. * Work directly with Nurse Manager/Case Manager. * Print off medication lists to send off with clients. * Participate in upkeep of medication room, supplies and sharps removals. * Attend trainings and receive weekly clinically supervision from the Nurse Manager. What you’ll need: * Education: High school degree or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to receive certifications required. * Experience: One year experience working in a setting with medication observation or dispensing preferred. * Skills: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, required. Must be capable of intervening during crisis situations. Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits: * Paid Time Off Two weeks’ Vacation per year (three weeks after 1 year of service), 12 Sick Days per year, and 11 Paid Holidays per year * Health & Dental Insurance, with generous employer contribution * Employer Paid Life Insurance * 403 (b) Retirement Plan with employer matching * Voluntary Short and Long Term Disability Insurance * Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * Access to Credit Union Banking * Access to State Tuition Remission Program (Worksite Specific) * Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Employee Referral Bonus Program * Discounted Movie Tickets * Comprehensive Training Program * Internal Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

The Medication Specialist manages the health and safety of individuals in a residential setting by coordinating care and overseeing medication administration. Key duties include auditing medication binders, maintaining individual records, and collaborating with Nurse and Case Managers.