Medication Technician MC
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living is hiring a Medication Technician to provide compassionate, direct care to residents. The role assists with medication administration and activities of daily living according to residents’ personalized medication and treatment plans, while helping create a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes comfort, safety, and well-being. Medication Technicians work as part of a team to encourage residents’ independence, offer emotional support and companionship, support participation in life enrichment activities, and communicate with healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.
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 and/or formal training.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily administration of prescribed medication, including self-administration, as outlined in each resident’s care plan.
- Follow documentation protocols and report changes in residents’ status.
- Help manage medication inventory and proper storage, and coordinate medication reorders and deliveries with pharmacies as needed.
- Provide compassionate care and assist residents with activities of daily living in a team setting as needed.
- Promote residents’ independence and provide emotional support, ongoing engagement, and companionship.
- Encourage and assist residents with participation in life enrichment activities.
- Promote open communication among healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Training and growth opportunities
- Early access to paycheck (pay on demand)
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Free meals at work
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
