Free Unlicensed Medication Technician Training this Saturday

Oregon Care Partners’ is offering their free webinar “Role of the Unlicensed Medication Technician” this Saturday, August 6, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Class Description

This webinar was designed specifically for the unlicensed medication technician working in ALF/RCF, memory care, and AFH care settings. CMAs and other licensed professionals should check with their administrator and licensing body before registering for this webinar.

As a medication technician, you play a very important role in the safe medication practices in your care setting and in ensuring the safety and quality of life for those in your care. In this class, an expert trainer will teach you the roles and responsibilities of the unlicensed medication technician and provide strategies and best practices for reducing medication errors using effective communication and a person-centered approach.

In this webinar you will learn:

• The responsibilities of the unlicensed medication technician
• The responsibilities of each member of the Medication Team
• Person-centered care and how it impacts medication administration
• The definition of the term “medication”
• The eight components of safe medication delivery
• The common high-risk medications and safety measures
• The definition of the term “medication error” and methods to avoid/reduce errors
• Ways communication can improve medication services

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Role of the Unlicensed Medication Technician
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CEUs 3.0

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