Certified Medication Technician

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture

Shift differentials

Company-sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Allendale Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Technician to ensure safe, accurate medication administration and compassionate daily care for residents. You will administer medications, observe responses, document thoroughly, and collaborate with nursing staff in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment.

A valid New Jersey Medication Technician certification and CNA/CHHA credentials are required, with shift from 3pm to 11pm and daily pay option.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Medication Technician/Aide Certification in New Jersey.
• Must also be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA/HHA).
• Previous Certified Medication Technician (CMT) experience required.
• Experience administering oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic medications and subcutaneous injections.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to follow clinical instructions accurately.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple residents in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents safely and accurately per orders and policies.
• Provide medications via oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic, and subcutaneous routes.
• Observe residents, document changes, and report adverse reactions to nursing staff.
• Assist with basic resident care under licensed nurses to support health and wellbeing.
• Ensure medications are stored, secured, and accounted for per procedures.
• Maintain timely documentation of medication administration and care activities.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to promote resident-centered care and outcomes.

Skills

Medication administration

Attention to detail

CNA

CHHA/HHA

Regulatory awareness

Job description

Join our team at Allendale Senior Living as a Certified Medication Technician!

Opportunities Available

Full-time: 3pm - 11pm

Daily Pay!

$21.50 - $23 an hour (all inclusive)

At Allendale Senior Living, we believe that safe, accurate, and compassionate medication administration is essential to delivering exceptional resident care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Certified Medication Technician plays a vital role in supporting residents’ health, comfort, and well‑being through precise medication administration and attentive daily care.

Responsibilities for Certified Medication Technician:

• Administer medications to residents safely and accurately in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations.
• Provide medications via oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic, and subcutaneous routes as permitted by certification and scope of practice.
• Observe residents for responses to medications, document appropriately, and promptly report any changes, concerns, or adverse reactions to nursing staff.
• Assist with basic resident care under the direction of licensed nursing staff to support overall health and well‑being.
• Ensure medications are properly stored, secured, and accounted for in accordance with facility procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all medication administration and related resident care activities.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and the care team to promote resident-centered care and positive health outcomes.

Qualifications for Certified Medication Technician:

• Must hold a valid Medication Technician/Aide Certification in the state of New Jersey.
• Must also be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA/HHA), as required.
• Previous Certified Medication Technician(CMT) experience required.
• Experience in administering oral, topical, optic, ophthalmic medications, and subcutaneous injections required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow clinical instructions accurately and consistently.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple residents in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented healthcare environment.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion

Delivering attentive, accurate medication care with dedication to improving residents’ health and quality of life.

Respect

Treating every resident with dignity, ensuring their safety, privacy, and individuality are always honored.

Excellence

Maintaining the highest standards of medication safety, accuracy, and clinical accountability in every interaction.

Benefits for Certified Medication Technician

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Shift differentials
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join our team at Allendale Senior Living and Healthcare Center, where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home‑like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work‑life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.