Medication Technician MC
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Medication Technician (Med Tech/CMA) to provide compassionate, direct care to residents in a senior living community. The role supports residents with medication administration and activities of daily living according to their personalized medication and treatment plans. The Medication Technician works as part of a team to foster a supportive and nurturing environment and promote residents’ comfort, safety, and well-being. Cogir Senior Living oversees senior living communities across 11 states and describes its culture as centered on human focus, creativity, and excellence. The company offers competitive wages, training, growth opportunities, early access to pay, insurance, paid leave, a 401(k) match, free meals at work, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee referral program.
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 medications, including self-administration, according to 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 care and support residents with activities of daily living as needed in a team setting.
- Support residents’ independence and provide emotional support through ongoing engagement and companionship.
- Encourage and assist residents to participate in life enrichment activity programs.
- 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
Education Level
High school or GED
