Certified Medication Technician

MQS Health; 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

EAP resources

Shift differentials

Life insurance

Job summary

Allendale Senior Living invites applications for a Certified Medication Technician. The role is full-time, 3pm–11pm, with daily pay and a focus on safe medication administration and compassionate resident care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting accurately, and collaborating with nursing staff to ensure resident well-being. Requires NJ Medication Technician certification and CNA/CHHA credentials, with prior CMT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Medication Technician/Aide Certification in New Jersey.
• Must also be a CNA or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Medication administration

NJ Certification

CNA/CHHA certification

Attention to detail

Teamwork in healthcare

Injection administration

Education

CNA/CHHA certification

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

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.