Certified Medication Technician

Morningside House of Collegeville; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Hospital insurance

Supplemental insurance

Discount program

Professional growth

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Morningside House of Collegeville is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) for full-time or part-time roles. The role involves administering prescribed medications under nurse supervision, recording entries, and maintaining resident well‑being with strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring vitals as needed, documenting changes, and ensuring infection control. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities within a supportive senior living

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Medication Technician certification is required.
• Insulin certification is required.
• Experience with assisted living residents is preferred.
• Ability to administer medications accurately under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under licensed nurse supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the five rights of medication administration and records accordingly.
• May take and record vital signs as assigned.
• Records medication and treatments in the computer system per resident chart.
• Observes reactions and reports to a licensed nurse immediately.
• Maintains infection control practices and universal precautions.
• Communicates with medical staff and other supervisors as needed.
• Maintains and cleans the Medication Room and documents changes in condition.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Record keeping

Infection prevention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medication Technician certification

Insulin Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Job description

Now Hiring: Certified Medication Technician CMT – Full Time, Part-time

We are looking for Certified Medication Technicians CMTs to join our team at Morningside House of Collegeville, a leading personal care and memory care community in Collegeville, PA.

Morningside House Senior Living, proudly part of Mornionside Elite Management, one of the only women-owned and operated senior‑living management companies in the nation.

Available Shifts / Schedule

Full Time 3pm-11:00pm

Full Time-7pm-7am

What we are offering

• Competitive pay!
• Referral Bonus – $750 for full-time employee referrals and $375 for part-time referrals.
• Deficiency-Free Annual Survey Bonus - $100 Full-time & $50 Part-time staff
• 401K Match - company will match 50% of the first 4%. 100% vested after 6 years.
• Paid Time Off – 10 days in your first year as Full-time employee & 6 days as Part-Time.
• Tuition Reimbursement!
• Holiday Pay.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• Employer Paid Hospital Insurance.
• Optional Supplemental Insurance Coverage.
• Employee Exclusive Discount program by LifeMart.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Employee Appreciation Events.

Certified Medication Technician CMT - Position Summary

Administer oral and topical medications to residents. This individual must perform these tasks as ordered by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Also, must perform routine daily tasks required in maintaining the health, comfort and well‑being of the residents.

Certified Medication Technician CMT - Essential Responsibilities

• Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with community policy.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents’ based upon their specific chart.
• May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
• Certified Medication Technician CMT records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
• Observes and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse immediately.
• Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
• Ensure antiseptic techniques and good hand washing practices for infection control, as well as utilizing universal precautions are in place and practiced.
• Certified Medication Technician CMT reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.
• Submit incident/accident reports to supervisor or Administrator within twenty‑four (24) hours after their occurrence.
• Communicates with medical staff, nursing service and other department supervisors.
• Certified Medication Technician CMT supervises care staff in absence of nurses.
• Maintains, cleans and organizes the Medication Room.
• Maintains a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for resident activities.
• Attends all required training, in‑service and staff meetings
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc, including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• Maintain resident confidentiality, staff confidentiality; treat staff and residents with kindness, dignity and respect.
• Comply with Resident’s Rights rules.

Certified Medication Technician CMT - Requirements

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Medication Technician certification required.
• All Med tech observations current and up to date
• Insulin Certification

Morningside Elite Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.