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6-10 years of experience
Interacted with the patients and monitored vital signs and reported the details to the registered nurse.
- Maintained medication stock, MAR and administered the medications.
- Reviewed patients’ progress and the effects of medication in the patient.
- Performed cleaning of room and equipment.
- Kept records of patient details, medication, billing and other activities.
- Provided direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, feeding patients and assisting in examinations along with treatments.
0-5 years of experience
Administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under supervision of Nurse General Duty.
- Presented medication to patient and observed ingestion or other application, or administered medication, using specified procedures.
- Took vital signs or observed patient to detect response to specified types of medications and prepared report or notified designated personnel of unexpected reactions.
- Gave direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments.
- Recorded and restocked medication inventories.
0-5 years of experience
Helped residents with activities of daily living while performing personal care such as hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing and shaving
- Provided residents with transfers and assisted them moving in and out of bed, shower, wheelchairs and vehicles
- Changed bed linens, washed laundry, kept residents rooms neat and clean
- Gave out medications and recorded in MARS, as well as keeping track of all controlled drugs
- Re-ordered medication from pharmacies and called doctor’s office for prescriptions when needed
- Destruction of medication when necessary and kept physician orders book updated
- Supervised caregivers under me
0-5 years of experience
Completed Inventories and ordered medical supplies and materials
- Called medical facilities to schedule patients for tests
- Kept x-rays and other medical records
- Performed secretarial tasks, and completed insurance forms
- Documented and organized patient information on weight, height, and vitals
0-5 years of experience
- Prepared and administered medication for geriatric patients.
- Ordered, and distributed medications throughout the facility.
- Assessed client’s daily vital signs and weights, and assisted with all ADL’s while providing a safe environment for patients.
- Provided comfort for terminally ill patients, respite care for patients entering the dying process, and emotional support for the families.
- Provided care for patients on two units: Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living.
0-5 years of experience
Successfully supervised 15-30 Clients with a wide array of mental illnesses and addictions
- Performed intakes on new client, including ordering medication, collecting personal information from Current Doctors and last placement
- Supervised clients while completing housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, laundry and dishes
- Performed health-care related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and administering medication, under the direction of a Registered Nurse
- Daily counted narcotics medication.
- Arranged transportation for clients to locations outside the center
0-5 years of experience
Assisted with Administration of medications to residents in accordance with doctors’ prescriptions.
- Performed administrative duties including overseeing resident care activities, medical record oversight, and assuring execution of physician’s orders and ordering supplies.
- Provided direct patient treatment in accordance with an established plan of care and communicated effectively with residents, team members, families and supervisors.
- Supervised staff of CNAs and assisted with ADL skills.
0-5 years of experience
Provided nursing and nursing related services to residents
- Maintained homelike environment for the residents
- Protected and promoted resident rights and assisted the person to maintain independence
- Maintained the ward neat and clean
- Obtained specimens, weights, and vital signs of patients
- Administered medication.
- Assisted residents with daily grooming needs in accordance with established care plan
0-5 years of experience
Administered or assisted residents with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by their health care provider
- Maintained residents’ records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedure
- Accurately accounted for all medication, including controlled substances
- Observed residents’ responses to existing treatment plan, staying aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects
- Provided direct care to residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for training new employees in multiple areas
- Exhibited leadership and supervisory ability
- Administered daily medications for 31 residents following the 6 rights of standard practice
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities
- Coordinated with pharmacy and physician’s offices on a daily basis
0-5 years of experience
During my tenure as a Medication Technician I served as a key member of healthcare team for a busy assisted living facility. I performed a complete range of basic clinical, billing and clerical services in an assisted living environment under the direction of a registered nurse and facility director.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities.
- Received and prepared patients charts
- Coordinated patient flow.
- Dispensed accurate dosage of medication to residents by following the prescription order
- Responsible for and maintained inventory of medication and facility supplies.
- Proficient in taking patient medical histories and vital signs, as well as in performing venipuncture’s, injections and various diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests
- Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities.
- Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and added the personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease.
10+ years of experience
Answered patient call signals to determine patients’ needs
- Turned or repositioned bedridden patients
- Provided physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising
- Reviewed patients’ dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Gathered information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine
- Documented or otherwise reported observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses
- Reminded patients to take medications or nutritional supplements
0-5 years of experience
Works with the elderly to assure accurate medication administration
- Communicates with physicians and other medical professionals to maintain accurate and current medication
- Physically able to administer medication to alert assisted living residents, and residents diagnosed with
- Responds to emergency situations and calls 911
- Takes vitals (blood pressure, temperature, respirations, etc)
- Able to administer basic first aid (wound care, falls, transports)
0-5 years of experience
- Maintained related medical records under supervision of nurse.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Observed patient, recorded significant conditions and reactions.
- Notified supervisor and physician of patient condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents.
- Bathe, dressed and undressed patients.
- Transported patients, using wheelchair and wheeled cart and assisted patients to walk.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, food and fluid intake and output, as directed.
0-5 years of experience
Administration and distribution of medication to patients, in accordance with medication orders of physicians
- Take vital signs, observe and report for possible adverse reactions to specified types of medications
- Document reasons prescribed drugs are not administered to patients
- Maintain medication inventory in facility
- Provide accurate documentation of all medications administered to patients and record in the Medication Administration Records (MARS)
- Enter any medication refusals and incidents in Medication Administration Records (MARS)
6-10 years of experience
Administer prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records
- Verify identity of patient receiving medication, record name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms and records
- Present medication to patient and observes ingestion or other application; Administer medication, using specified procedures
- Assess vital signs or observes patient to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions
- Provide direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments
- Receive supply of ordered medications and apportion, mix, or assemble drugs for administration to patient
- Record and restock medication inventories.
6-10 years of experience
Administer prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records
- Verify identity of patient receiving medication, record name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms and records
- Present medication to patient and observes ingestion or other application; Administer medication, using specified procedures
- Take vital signs or observes patient to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions
- Give direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments
- Record and restock medication inventories.
10+ years of experience
Administering the requisite medicines and injections and maintaining MAR (Medication Administration Record) according to the organizational policies
- Monitoring vital signs and the effects of medication on the patient
- Reporting the adverse effects, allergies or other side effects occurring in the patient to the registered nurse
- Identifying the problem cause along with the help of the registered nurse and changing the medication procedure
- Storing the medicines in a safe environment
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the patient’s room
- Making necessary arrangements in the examination room and operation theater
0-5 years of experience
Passed medication at scheduled medication times.
- Documented presence of clients.
- Updated and filed appropriate paperwork & client charts.
- Maintained order & cleanliness of facility.
- Screened individuals for admission.
0-5 years of experience
Ordered, appropriated and mixed drugs for administration to inmates.
- Inventoried, recorded and restocked medications.
- Transcribed physicians’ orders to Medication Administration Records.
- Assisted nurses with sick calls by pulling inmates’ charts, setting up exam rooms and gathering supplies.
- Transported inmates to and from on-site facilities for medical appointments.
- Performed minor dressing changes and cleaned wounds with the acute care hospital.
- Accounted for all narcotic drugs at the beginning and ending of each shift.
- Maintained confidential information related to patients’ care.
0-5 years of experience
Medication management: Providing treatment and medication administration to 30 to 40 residents, according to physician order.
- Reporting any change in residents’ health, providing proper documentation to the supervisor
- Supervise overnight crew of 4 care managers, and a minimum of 6 private caregivers
- Make critical decisions under pressure and within short time frame: sending a resident to the hospital, calling 911 or providing first aid only.
0-5 years of experience
Medication management: Providing treatment and medication administration to 30 to 40 residents, according to physician order.
- Reporting any change in residents’ health, providing proper documentation to the supervisor
- Supervise overnight crew of 4 care managers, and a minimum of 6 private caregivers
- Make critical decisions under pressure and within short time frame: sending a resident to the hospital, calling 911 or providing first aid only.
0-5 years of experience
Distributed assigned medication to residents in assisted skilled facility.
- Provided customer service to residents family members.
- Responsible for monitoring residents and staff.
- Maintained fax orders for physician.
- Responsible for logging medication for records.
0-5 years of experience
Providing excellent quality care to each resident.
- Ensure each residents safety.
- Prepare and dispense medications, maintain records of medications administration.
- Change of conditions, incident reports, and 24-hour reports.
- Vitals, breathing treatments, eye drops, clean and bandage wounds.
- Ordering medications, stocking supplies.
- Working and Communicating with team members and healthcare professionals. Hospice Nurse, Physicians, Pharmacies and Families.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for distributing medication to patients
- Verified all medication matched patient chart and prescriptions on file
- Monitored glucose levels and patient vital signs
- Administered insulin injections
0-5 years of experience
Performed a range of duties as requested by client. Such as obtaining household supplies and running errands.
- Accompanied clients to doctor’s appointments providing transportation, assistants and companionship.
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, and problems in order to report and discuss with a supervisor or case manager.
- Provided patients with help moving in and out of beds. Wheelchairs, baths, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Change bed linens, wash and iron patient’s laundry and clean patients living quarters.
0-5 years of experience
Administers and records distribution of medications including accu-checks and insulin.
- Responds to resident emergencies providing first-aid assistance and arranges for appropriate medical attention/follow-ups.
- Supervises Personal Care Aides in assigned job duties and ensures assignments are completed.
- Documents changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, and appointments.
- Gives shift report on status of residents.
0-5 years of experience
Administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under supervision of Nurse on Duty.
- Verifies identity of patient receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records.
- Presents medication to patient and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication, using specified procedures.
- Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered
0-5 years of experience
- Worked every other weekend helping residents with their daily living activities
- Administered medication to residents
- Helped serve meals in the dining room during meal time.
0-5 years of experience
Work as part of a team to help ill, weak, and elderly clients with their personal needs
- Provide clients with Dementia/Alzheimer with compassionate, considerate assistance with hygiene, exercise, medication and communication
- Administrative task such as ordering medical supplies and paperwork
- Responsibility for the storage, distribution, and discontinuation of the residents medication
- Keep proper care of residents records, reporting any changes in residents conditions and interacting with internal and external customers in a professional manner while ensuring residents safety and satisfactory is a priority
- Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents
0-5 years of experience
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
0-5 years of experience
Passes medications and gives treatments according to physician’s orders and in accordance with facility policy.
- Responsible for notifying provider of medications needing to be refilled.
- Assures personal and staff compliance to patient’s rights.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
- Monitors personal and staff compliance to all State and federal requirements including but not limited to blood borne pathogens, hazardous materials, infection control, and fire safety.
- Monitors personal and staff compliance to patient’s rights.
- Taking vital signs.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted memory care residents with every day routines.
- Completed all annual training that was required on time.
- Communicated well with families to ensure the best care for their loved one.
- I am an active medication technician as well as a CNA/care giver.
- I assisted with management to ensure charting is performed, such as MAR’s and mini-mental and other assessments.
- I encouraged residents to participate in activities that were planned on the monthly calendar.
- I showed strong leadership among the staff.
- Assisted with making out monthly schedules.
0-5 years of experience
Work under the supervision of a licensed nurse, according to Degree Directory.
- Administer routine oral medications and may also give medications by inhalation or topically.
- Responsible for documenting medication administration on the medication administration record, noting if the patient has adverse reactions to medications and any changes in patient condition.
- Recognize medication errors and report them to the appropriate staff member.
- Order and reorder medications from pharmacies and keep medication carts clean and stocked.
- Monitor patients’ blood pressure, pulse, respiration and temperature (vital signs) and any behavioral changes in their patients.
- Know state laws and individual facility policies regarding medication administration.
0-5 years of experience
Responsibility for the storage of medications, monitor expiration dates
- Successful medication count upon receiving cart key and leaving
- Distribution, and discontinuation of our residents’ medication if expired
- Keeping proper care records
- Reporting any changes in resident’s conditions and interacting with internal and external customers in a professional manner
- Ensuring resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.
0-5 years of experience
Administering prescribed, over the counter, orally, topically, vaginally, rectally, transdermal, by ear, nose, and eye medications according to physician orders as well as treatments and diabetic care.
- Monitoring vitals due to medications, falls, and or emergency situations.
- Document in patient charts and report to charge nurse status of residents.
- Refilling medication through pharmacy, stocking carts with medication, and or requesting change of prescription or new orders if needed.
- Calling medical offices if resident status has changed and or calling in critical laboratory results.
0-5 years of experience
Accepted, accounted, & documented all new medications brought into the facility.
- Safely prepared medication.
- Properly assisted residents with self-administration of medication.
- Maintained accurate medication documentation and records.
- Responded to all medical emergencies.
- Made routine rounds on ill residents.
- Took vital signs & conduct welfare checks.
- Practiced familiarity to drug classes and possible side effects.
- Administered first aid & dressing changes.
- Trained new employees on procedures and protocols.
0-5 years of experience
Provides secondary care, and interact with many patients during the course of a workday
- Responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living to include; bathing, dressing, changing, feeding, transfers, ambulation, grooming and hygiene care.
- Assist other center staff in meal and snack serving, ensuring all special diets ordered are served to the appropriate participant.
- Administer designated medications to all residence throughout my assigned facility.
- Perform therapeutic exercises to promote range of motion.
- Assessing patients with the doctor or LVN, preparing care plan and discussing issues with family.
- Responsible for administrative duties including contacting doctor, pharmacy, and family members.
- Administers immediate first aid; daily living skills, medical and non-medical assistance
- Maintains records of administered procedures of a medical and non-medical nature provided for the purpose of complying with established record keeping requirements.
- Recognizes emergent situations and responds quickly and appropriately
6-10 years of experience
Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, dressing and grooming.
- Assessing vital signs, and the effects of medication on the patient
- Performing glucose checks, and providing pre- and post-operative care.
- Ensured all patient charts were updated.
- Take patient history at the time of admission and administer all medicines as per prescription.
- Storing medicines in a safe environment
- Supervised the administration of medication to residents.
- Verify identity of patient receiving medication, records name of drug, dosage and time of administration on specified forms or records.
0-5 years of experience
Managed residents meal plans; ensured meals were balanced and complied with Physician recommended diet plans
- Provided constant companionship, compassion and personal assistance to residences
- Supervised/Assist resident’s bathing and toileting
- Administer and track medications accurately, consistently
- Conduct new employee orientation
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted alzheimers/dementia seniors with activities of daily living.
- Corresponded with family/medical professionals regarding resident care daily.
- Logged and administered medications using Medication Administration Records (MARs) and central storage records.
- Processed/documented intake and resident care records.
0-5 years of experience
Administers prescribed medications to the Dementia patients and maintain related medical records under supervision of Nurse.
- Verify identity of patient receiving medication, and recorded the dosage and time of drug administrated.
- Transcribing doctor’s orders
- coordinating with doctors and pharmacies
0-5 years of experience
Administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under supervision of nurse.
- Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions.
- Gives direct patient care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, and assisting in examinations and treatments.
- May record and restock medication inventories.
0-5 years of experience
Review and document analysis of clients enrolled in vocational programs.
- Maintain records and make necessary reports related to the vocational training programs.
- Inform clients of fire and safety precautions, emergency procedures, and check fire equipment daily.
- Oversee the budget of each client and the household.
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of residential homes, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Manage and monitor clients’ medication and distribution as well as maintaining the records for each client’s health status.
0-5 years of experience
Administer prescribed medications to patients.
- Present medication to patient and observe ingestion or other application, or administer medication, using specified procedures.
- Take vital signs or observe patient to detect response to specified types of medications.
- Give direct patient care such as wound care.
- Check blood sugar and administer insulin.
0-5 years of experience
- Administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under supervision of NURSE, GENERAL DUTY: Verifies identity of patient receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records
- Presents medication to patient and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication, using specified procedures
- Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions
- Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered
- May receive supply of ordered medications and apportion, mix, or assemble drugs for administration to patient
- Record and restock medication inventories
0-5 years of experience
- Passes medications and gives treatments according to physicians orders and in accordance with facility policy
- Responsible for notifying charge nurse of medications needing to be refilled
- Assures personal and staff compliance to residents rights
- Assist residents with personal hygiene tasks, and other activities of daily living
- Document in the resident records
0-5 years of experience
- Administer medications and give injections to residents
- Contact doctors regarding medications, and reordering medications
- Provide wound care for residents
- Prepare meals and general housekeeping of the facility
- Keep management informed of any changes with the residents or the facility
0-5 years of experience
- Assist nurses with collection of blood and urine specimens
- Verify patient vital signs prior to medication administration
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Communicate with doctors concerning patient health
- Fax physician orders to pharmacy
- Note new medication orders on MARs
Medication Technician Duties and Responsibilities
Medication technicians work for a variety of organizations, which can affect the duties they take on. Based on job listings we analyzed, a medication technician’s duties typically involve:
Administer Patient Medication Medication technicians administer the correct medications and dosages to patients on a daily basis. They may liaise with senior nurses or medical staff regarding any changes to a patient’s condition or amendments to their required medication.
Perform Medical Check-Ups Medication technicians perform regular patient check-ups to make sure their symptoms aren’t getting worse and to monitor the effects of medication. They report and resolve any adverse effects as quickly as possible for the well-being of the patient.
Update Patient Records After taking note of any changes in the patient’s condition, medication technicians update their medical records as required. They may also help obtain medical histories.
Report Patient Complaints to Senior Nurses If patients have any concerns about their symptoms or complaints about how they’re feeling, medication technicians listen to these complaints and report them to senior staff members so that they can be assessed.
Record Vital Signs Medication technicians take vital signs for patients and obtain electrocardiograms when required. These results can influence changes to a patient’s prescribed medication.
Medication Technician Skills and Qualifications
Medication technicians prioritize tasks efficiently, are comfortable working as part of a team, and have excellent communication skills. Typically, employers require a high school diploma and relevant postsecondary education or accredited certification, as well as the following skills:
- Organization skills – medication technicians must be highly organized to accurately perform numerous tasks for various patients
- Patience – medication technicians need a calm and tolerant disposition to work with angry or distressed patients
- Teamwork – medication technicians work closely with other medical staff to care for patients, so it’s important that they work professionally with people of all different backgrounds and offer assistance in group situations
- Compassion – this job requires compassion and empathy for patients who are sick or injured, as medication technicians work with patients of varying degrees of illness
- Attention to detail – it’s important that medication technicians have a strong attention to detail, as the medications they give patients could have adverse side effects if administered incorrectly
Medication Technician Education and Training
The minimum requirement to become a medication technician is a high school diploma, although some employers may require an accredited certification, such as a certified medical technician designation, or a postsecondary degree in pharmacy technology. Prior experience in a similar job is advantageous, as is experience of using software to conduct medical charting on computers. Medication technicians gain many of their skills through on-the-job training.
Medication Technician Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for medication technicians is nearly $32,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Medication technicians in the 10th percentile earn around $22,000 annually, while the highest paid earn close to $47,000 a year. Some companies offer bonuses that can reach up to $1,000 based on individual or group performances, as well as profit-sharing opportunities. Just over half of medication technicians enjoy medical benefits, with even fewer receiving dental coverage. The BLS predicts this sector will grow 12 percent through 2026.
Helpful Resources
We’ve collected some of the best resources to help you learn more about a career as a medication technician:
Medication Technician Study Guide: Medication Aide Training Manual – this book offers an overview of a medication technician’s responsibilities. It also discusses the principles of medication administration, how different drugs affect the body, and the history of medications
Mosby’s Textbook for Medication Assistants – providing guidance on the essential concepts and procedures medication technicians need to know, this book helps readers to reinforce their knowledge and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses to find success in their career
Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Jobs – with over 10,000 members, this LinkedIn group connects those in pharmacy roles with new job options, networking opportunities, and industry news and updates
Medical Abbreviations and Acronyms – this useful guide highlights and helps readers memorize the key terms medication technicians come across on a regular basis
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CONTENT STRATEGISTGabriela is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and career adviser. With 10 years of digital media experience and five years of resume writing expertise, her publication history includes fashion, education, travel, social justice, equitable design and career advice.
