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Involuntary Medication Coordinator

NaphCare, Inc., Montgomery, AL, United States


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NaphCare is hiring a

Involuntary Medication Coordinator

to join our team of medical professionals in

Mt. Meigs, AL , where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the

Kilby Facility .

This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

Responsibilities

Assists in preparing medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring proper documentation, often with heightened security measures and reporting requirements due to the correctional setting.

Preparing and dispensing prescription medications to inmates, often requiring careful attention to detail and adherence to strict protocols.

Managing medication inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing medications, ensuring proper storage conditions and security.

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensed, patient information, and inventory levels.

Communicating with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare staff regarding medication orders, patient needs, and potential issues.

Adhering to strict security protocols to prevent unauthorized access to medications and maintain a secure environment.

Providing basic medication information and instructions to patients, ensuring they understand how to take their medications properly.

Participating in quality assurance activities to ensure accurate medication dispensing and adherence to pharmacy policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Current Pharmacy Technician certificate/license in State

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT) is preferred

Progressive administrative/management training in a pharmacy role with purchasing knowledge preferred

General knowledge of brand to generic pharmaceutical equivalents

Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)

Attention to detail, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to patient safety

Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Physical Capabilities
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

NaphCare Benefits For Full-Time Employees Include

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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