Medication Assistant at LMSCL Lower Mainland Society for Community Living – Delta, British Columbia

The Medication assistant assists in activities and tasks related to medication management in all programs of the company.
Education & Experience

• University or college diploma as Pharmacy Assistant or similar topics - Canadian graduates are preferred.

• Working knowledge and at least 1 year of experience in pharmacy or health care setting in Canada, dealing with medications and prescriptions

RequirementsSkills

• Physically fit and in excellent health.

• Valid Class 5 driver's license with no restrictions and a good driving abstract is required.

• No criminal convictions, no adult and criminal charges pending.

• No history of improper conduct in all areas.

• Must be fluent in both verbal and written English.

• Must hold a First Aid and CPR Certificate.

• Perfect communication skills.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical terminologies and medication administration.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team

Roles and Responsibilities

• Reviews client binder and assists in maintaining accurate and up to date medication records for each patient.
  Ensures medication is stored properly, administered correctly, and documented completely by the staff.
  Checking medication if it is properly disposed in each program in a regular basis. Reports on any discrepancies in dispensing or administering medications.
  Monitors implementation of dosage or frequency changes, and reports any incidents or discrepancies.
  Helps in conducting regular audits of medication records to ensure compliance with the guidelines.

• Performs administrative duties such as filling. record-keeping, and data entry.

• Assists in providing training to staff regarding medication management

ProbationThree months. It can be extended for another three months if deemed to be insufficient to make a decision. examples include but is not limited to vacation or being off the work for more than one week.
Schedule and work hours

Regular workdays will be Monday to Friday (9AM-5PM)
40h/week

Benefits

• Dental care
  Extended health care
  Vision care
  RRSP, LTD
  Note: Benefits will be provided upon successful completion of probation or after 3 months from the start in case of extension of probationary period.

Work Location

Head office is in Vancouver but the position requires daily travelling in Lower mainland area including Vancouver, Richmond, Tri-cities, New Westminster, Delta, and Surrey for monitoring and other purposes. Vehicle will be provided by the company.

Expected Start DateAs soon as possible

THIS IS A NON-UNION POSITION