About this role
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Job Title: Medication Administration Technician (PRN)
Location: Prince George County Facility, 3000 Lottsford Vista Road, Bowie, MD
Hourly Rate: $16.00–$19.00 per hour
Schedule: PRN, weeknight and weekend overnight shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Job Summary
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centered behavioral healthcare. The Medication Administration Technician supports the medical and clinical teams by assisting with medication-related responsibilities, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring clients’ health and safety in a therapeutic environment.
Benefits
Pyramid Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, wellness, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:
- Competitive pay with applicable shift differentials
- Flexible PRN scheduling
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- First Stop Health virtual healthcare services
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- UKG Wallet access
- Employee discounts
- Bonus opportunities, based on role and program needs
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Complete medication-related paperwork for new admissions.
- Verify new clients’ medications during the intake process.
- Assist the medical department with required documentation.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff to ensure client needs are met.
- Assist with and oversee medication administration in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Monitor client medications and distribute them on time.
- Serve as a practicum observer for recently trained staff completing medication-administration training.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and communication logs.
- Complete new-admission paperwork as needed.
- Communicate effectively with staff through verbal and written communication.
- Attend meetings and required training sessions.
- Listen to clients and provide appropriate support regarding their treatment needs.
- Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide input to the treatment team.
- Maintain a safe, orderly, confidential, and therapeutic environment.
- Provide crisis intervention and respond appropriately to client emergencies.
- Transport clients when necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Technical Competencies
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and onsite staff.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic medication department while minimizing errors.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medication-administration procedures.
- Possess knowledge of substance-use-disorder and mental-health treatment.
- Maintain working knowledge of HIPAA, licensing requirements, and CARF standards.
- Support the organization’s clinical programs and treatment objectives.
- Complete all required and mandatory training hours.
- Maintain professional and confidential relationships with clients.
- Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two to five years of experience in the medical or healthcare field preferred.
- Knowledge of medication-administration procedures preferred.
- Experience using an electronic medical record preferred.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.
Employment Information
Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our commitment to client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting-body regulations.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about supporting individuals in recovery and want to contribute to a dedicated behavioral healthcare team, we invite you to apply today.
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
- And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers .
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.