Trained Medication Aide (TMA) / Med Tech

Summary:

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Plan work tasks to coincide with programming requirements.
• Perform delegated independent medical related functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards as observed by the Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing.
• Administer medication accurately, observing client response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes.
• Maintain and coordinate communication among client, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, client and health care team feedback.
• Client Admissions
• Narcotics Count
• Assist in assuring that effective communication exists with patients as reflected in the plan of care.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback.
• Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
• Available, in a friendly respectful dignified manner, to clients for questions and other assistance.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Highly dependable and can be counted on to work independently, having the ability to work with little direction.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of program philosophy and policies and procedures, 245G requirements, house operations, including client rights and confidentiality.
• Complete and assist nursing with intake/admission procedures, orientation of new clients and co-workers.
• Encourage clients to achieve their goals by functioning as a positive role model.
• Serve as a resource for clients through knowledge of services and opportunities in the community.
• Administer client medications and documents accordingly.
• Documentation of client information in the communications log and completion of other forms.
• Clearly understanding the program mission and how his/her work integrates with and advances the goals of the program.
• Use sound decision making skills, exhibiting good judgment and realistic understanding of issues.
• Objectively document client related topics in client files and communication logs.
• Be diplomatic and exhibiting sensitivity toward other staff and client’s feelings, needs, values, and opinions.
• Have a willingness to seek assistance in making decisions.
• Continuously seek out to improve by suggesting solutions to operational struggles, through soliciting input from co-workers including director.
• Respond constructively to feedback with an open mind.
• Interact, communicate, and collaborate with team members to support the mission of NBH.
• Demonstrate behavior that shows he/she is striving to maintain a positive environment by role modeling appropriate language and using respectful social skills.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Complete clerical assignments such as faxing, copying programming materials, stocking packets/forms, typing documents in Word and updating Excel spreadsheets.
• Support staff and director in making decisions.
• Ability to set boundaries with co-workers and clients.
• Keep co-workers informed of all appropriate developments.
• Adhere to attendance and absence policies.
• Punctual in reporting for work and shift change reports.
• Participate in rotational and/or off-shift schedules, including a holiday rotation schedule, as applicable.

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• CPR/First Aid Certification or attain within 30 days of employment
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Knowledge of all MN Statutes related to providing services for the population NBHN serves, and willingness to learn, understand, and carry out regulations with integrity
• Must understand and follow NBH's Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge in MS Office, and Google Suite programs
• 2+ years Medication Administration experience (preferred)