Medication Technician (Weekends)

Cogir Management, USA•Fountain Hills, AZ

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician (Med Tech/CMA) to provide compassionate direct care to residents. The role supports residents with medication administration and activities of daily living in accordance with their personalized medication and treatment plans, while helping foster a supportive environment that promotes residents’ comfort, safety, and well-being. This position includes weekend shifts and participation in a weekend rotation. The listed salary description is 23.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state medication administration license, such as CNA, CMA, CMT, QMAP, or Certified Caregiver, or meet state requirements for medication administration in assisted living.
Current First Aid and CPR license, or ability to obtain them.
At least 12 months of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset.
Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating residents with dignity and respect.
Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with memory care.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily administration of prescribed medication, including self-administration, according to their individual care plans.
Follow documentation protocols and report changes in residents’ status.
Assist with medication inventory and proper storage, and coordinate medication reorders and deliveries with pharmacies as needed.
Provide compassionate support with activities of daily living as part of a team.
Promote residents’ independence and provide emotional support, engagement, and companionship.
Encourage and assist residents to participate in life enrichment activities.
Promote open communication among healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.